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Census Machine
The Hollerith 070 electric Vertical Sorting Machine of 1908, which can sort 250-270 cards a minute for the census. (Photo by Paul Thompson/FPG/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Paul Thompson/FPG
Media ID 11925666
© 2008 Getty Images
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step into history with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the iconic Hollerith 070 Electric Vertical Sorting Machine by Paul Thompson/FPG from Fine Art Storehouse. This captivating image from the Hulton Archive transports you back to 1908, showcasing the groundbreaking technology that revolutionized the census process. Sorting up to 250-270 cards per minute, this machine was a game-changer in data processing. Bring this piece of history into your home or office with our high-quality Metal Prints, meticulously crafted to deliver vibrant colors and stunning detail. Experience the allure of the past, enhanced by the modern elegance of metal, and elevate your space with a unique and thought-provoking conversation starter.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This sepia-toned print takes us back to the year 1908, where we witness an extraordinary invention that revolutionized the process of census-taking. Standing tall and proud in the frame is the remarkable Hollerith 070 electric Vertical Sorting Machine, a marvel of its time. With its intricate mechanism and advanced technology, this incredible contraption could sort an astonishing 250-270 cards per minute for the census. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see only one man standing beside this magnificent creation. His presence emphasizes both the scale and significance of this machine's capabilities. As he gazes upon it with awe and admiration, one can almost sense his appreciation for human ingenuity and progress. The image captures not just a mere piece of machinery but also symbolizes innovation at its finest. It represents how humans constantly strive to simplify complex tasks through their inventions. The Hollerith 070 electric Vertical Sorting Machine undoubtedly played a crucial role in streamlining data collection during those times when accuracy was paramount. Thanks to Paul Thompson's keen eye as a photographer, we are transported back over a century ago to witness history being made before our very eyes. This print serves as a testament to human achievement and reminds us that even seemingly mundane tasks like taking censuses have been transformed by groundbreaking inventions like these.
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