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Cross-section of Eli Whitneys (1765-1825) saw-gin for cleaning cotton, 1865
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Cross-section of Eli Whitneys (1765-1825) saw-gin for cleaning cotton, 1865
Cross-section of Eli Whitneys (1765-1825) saw-gin for cleaning cotton, 1865. Seeds can be seen ejected (left), while cotton fibres are passing on the right. Whitneys cotton gin, patented in 1794, pioneered the mass production of cotton
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Cleaning Cotton Cotton Gin Fibre Innovation Invention Machine Machinery Mechanisation Seed Textile Industry Whitney Ann Ronan Pictures Eli Whitney Wood Engraving
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This print showcases the cross-section of Eli Whitney's revolutionary saw-gin for cleaning cotton, dating back to 1865. The intricate details captured in this image allow us to witness the groundbreaking innovation that transformed the textile industry in America during the 19th century. Eli Whitney's cotton gin, patented in 1794, played a pivotal role in mechanizing and streamlining the production of cotton on a massive scale. This machine enabled efficient separation of seeds from cotton fibers, as depicted by the visible ejection of seeds on the left side while pristine cotton fibers pass through on the right. The wood engraving highlights not only Whitney's genius but also represents an era where concepts like machinery and technology were rapidly evolving. It symbolizes how science and invention can revolutionize entire industries, paving new paths for economic growth and development. As we delve into this monochrome masterpiece, we are transported back to a time when America was establishing itself as an industrial powerhouse. The United States became synonymous with progress and ingenuity thanks to visionaries like Eli Whitney who dared to challenge conventional methods. This print serves as a testament to Whitney's enduring legacy - one that forever changed our perception of what is possible through innovation. It reminds us that even centuries later, his contributions continue to shape our world today.
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