Jigsaw Puzzle : Ox treadmill, uper Italy, ca. 1600. Were used to drive corn
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Ox treadmill, uper Italy, ca. 1600. Were used to drive corn
Ox treadmill, uper Italy, ca. 1600. Were used to drive corn mills. Two oxen can work on the slanting plate. The animals are roped and forced to walk up the plate all the time in so doing the plate turn away beneath them a wooden gear system transmits the rotary movement to the millstone inside the building. Deutches Museum. Munich. Germany
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1600 Corn Deutsches Diorama Drive Energy Europa Forced Historisches Meisterwerken Mills Movement Munich Naturwissenschaft Rotary Slanting System Treadmill Walk
Jigsaw Puzzle (1014 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating Jigsaw Puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring an intriguing image of an Ox Treadmill from Upper Italy, circa 1600. This historical puzzle depicts two oxen diligently working on a slanting plate, roped in place, to power corn mills. Transport yourself to a bygone era as you piece together this intricate and educational puzzle, perfect for history buffs and puzzle enthusiasts alike. Engage in a rewarding challenge, and once completed, proudly display your masterpiece as a conversation starter in your home or office.
Made in the USA, 1014-piece puzzles measure 20" x 30" (50.8 x 76.2 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.8cm (29.9" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step into the past with this image of an Ox Treadmill from Upper Italy, circa 1600, now on display at the Deutsches Museum in Munich, Germany. This historically significant diorama showcases the ingenious method used during the pre-modern era to harness animal energy for the purpose of grinding corn. Two sturdy oxen are depicted working in unison on the slanting plate, their powerful legs propelling them forward as they are roped and forced to walk up the incline. As the animals move, the plate beneath them turns, triggering a wooden gear system that transmits the rotary movement to the millstone housed inside the building. This innovative design allowed for a consistent and efficient means of grinding grain, a vital process in the agricultural societies of Europe during the 16th century. The Ox Treadmill represents a crucial moment in the history of technology, as it showcases the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the people of the time in utilizing natural energy sources. The meticulously crafted details of this diorama, from the textured fur of the oxen to the intricate wooden gears, transport us back to a time when such inventions were the pinnacle of human achievement. A true testament to the ingenuity of the past, this Ox Treadmill is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of technology, energy, and agriculture.
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