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Otis Hydraulic Lift
Two ladies bravely enter an OTIS hydraulic lift, which the operator will cause to descend by hauling on the rope, the weight of the lift being counterbalanced with water
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1877 Bravely Descend Enter Hauling Hydraulic Lift Lifts Machines Operator Otis Rope Weight
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Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 11.1cm x 23.7cm (4.4" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
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
In this intriguing historical photograph, two intrepid ladies are seen entering an Otis hydraulic lift, a groundbreaking invention that revolutionized vertical transportation in the late 19th century. The lift, manufactured by the Otis Elevator Company, was a marvel of engineering innovation, utilizing the principles of hydraulics to lift and lower heavy loads. The ladies, dressed in elegant Victorian attire, display an air of confidence and determination as they prepare to descend. The operator, positioned at the top of the lift, readies himself to haul on the thick rope attached to the counterweight, which in turn would cause the lift to descend. The weight of the lift, including the passengers and any cargo, would be counterbalanced by the water in the accumulator tank located at the bottom of the lift shaft. This particular Otis hydraulic lift, with its rustic wooden structure and exposed mechanical components, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. The image transports us back to a time when such machinery was a novelty and the very essence of progress. The ladies' bold entrance into the lift underscores the courage and curiosity that characterized the human spirit during this period of rapid industrialization. The Otis hydraulic lift, first patented in 1853 by Elisha Otis, was a significant milestone in the history of vertical transportation. Its introduction marked the beginning of the end for rickety wooden elevators and the rise of modern, efficient, and safe lift systems. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the human spirit, and a reminder of the transformative impact of technological innovation on our daily lives.
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