Inventor and family, 19th century
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Inventor and family, 19th century
Inventor and family, 19th-century artwork. At right, an elderly man leans on a cluttered workbench as he works on a design for an invention. At left, an elderly woman and a younger woman are huddled for warmth around a stove. This photogravure (by the Goupil engraving company) was published in New York, USA, in the 1890s. It is based on a painting titled The Inventor, by US artist Daniel Ridgway Knight (1839-1924)
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1890s Child Cold Daughter Design Designing Elderly Engineering Family Father Home Husband Inventing Invention Inventions Inventor Mother New York North American Poverty Stove Warmth Watching Wife Workbench Working Wove Paper Daniel Ridgway Knight Huddling Photogravure
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This print from the 19th century offers a glimpse into the life of an inventor and his family. On the right side, we see an elderly man engrossed in his work, leaning on a cluttered workbench as he meticulously designs his latest invention. The determination etched on his face speaks volumes about his passion for innovation. Meanwhile, on the left side of the image, an elderly woman and a younger woman huddle together around a stove, seeking warmth in their modest surroundings. Their expressions reveal both resilience and love amidst challenging circumstances. Published by the renowned Goupil engraving company in New York during the 1890s, this photogravure is based on Daniel Ridgway Knight's painting titled "The Inventor". Through monochrome tones and intricate details, it transports us back to a time when technological advancements were born out of sheer human ingenuity. In this historical illustration, we witness not only the process of inventing but also its impact on family dynamics. It serves as a reminder that behind every great mind lies unwavering support from loved ones who endure hardships alongside them. As we contemplate this artwork captured on wove paper, let us appreciate how far we have come since those days while acknowledging that our present achievements are built upon the foundations laid by these pioneers.
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