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Photograph of Old Face Plate Lathe
Photograph of Old Face Plate Lathe, originally installed in the Soho Foundry of Boulton and Watt, Birmingham which was purchased by Avery in 1895. The lathe taking work up to 26 feet diameter. In the foreground is shown the universal joint, 3-speed gear and differential. This lathe was brought to the Soho Foundry as old equipment in 1796. The driving gear, hidden by the big plate, has wooden teeth which are still in perfect working order [when photographed]. Date: circa 1920
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1796 Avery Birmingham Boulton Brought Diameter Differential Driving Feet Foreground Foundry Gear Hidden Installed Joint Lathe Machinery Order Originally Perfect Photograph Photographed Purchased Shown Soho Taking Teeth This Universal Watt 1895
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, showcases an Old Face Plate Lathe originally installed in the renowned Soho Foundry of Boulton and Watt in Birmingham. Dating back to the late 19th century, this historic artifact took on work up to an impressive 26 feet in diameter. Perfect for adding character to any space, our high-quality prints bring the rich history of industrial innovation right into your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph showcases an Old Face Plate Lathe, originally installed in the renowned Soho Foundry of Boulton and Watt in Birmingham, England, in 1796. The lathe, which took work up to an impressive 26 feet in diameter, was later purchased by Avery in 1895. In the foreground of the image, intricate mechanical components such as the universal joint, three-speed gear, and differential are clearly visible. The lathe's driving gear, hidden behind the large plate, boasts wooden teeth that are still in perfect working order, a testament to its remarkable preservation. This industrial relic, captured in this photograph circa 1920, offers a glimpse into the rich history of manufacturing innovation during the Industrial Revolution. The Old Face Plate Lathe, with its intricate machinery and enduring wooden teeth, stands as a symbol of the ingenuity and craftsmanship that shaped the industrial landscape of the past.
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