Water flow mechanisms, artwork C016 / 4311
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Water flow mechanisms, artwork C016 / 4311
Water flow mechanisms. Artwork of a range of water flow devices, including a water wheel (centre), an Archimedean screw (lower left), and a garden pavilion with fountains (right). Other devices are shown at top left. This artwork (original date not known) is from a collection by the US photographer and photojournalist Frances Benjamin Johnston (1864-1952). It formed part of a lecture series on gardens and historic houses
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1900s 1910s 1920s Archimedes Church Collection Countryside Device Devices Diagram Engineering Engraving Fields Flowing Garden Garden Design Machine Machines Mechanism Mechanisms Pump Pumps Rural Stream Village Water Wheel Woodland Archimedean Screw Country Estate Country House Fountains Frances Benjamin Johnston Garden Pavilion Landscape Design Pavilion Water Features Water Power Water Pump Waterwheel
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This print showcases an exquisite artwork titled "Water flow mechanisms" by Frances Benjamin Johnston, a renowned US photographer and photojournalist. The collection captures the essence of village life, rural landscapes, and historical engineering marvels. In this particular piece, we are treated to a visual feast of water flow devices that have shaped our history. At the center of attention is a majestic water wheel, standing tall as a testament to human ingenuity harnessing the power of flowing streams. Adjacent to it lies an Archimedean screw pump on the lower left, showcasing another ingenious mechanism for lifting water. On the right side, a garden pavilion adorned with fountains adds an element of grandeur to this picturesque scene. The top left corner reveals glimpses of other fascinating devices that have played their part in shaping our technological advancements throughout history. From pumps to machines and engravings depicting various mechanisms - each detail tells its own story. Frances Benjamin Johnston's artwork takes us on a journey through time and space, offering insights into both garden design and historic houses. This monochrome masterpiece from an unknown date serves as a valuable educational resource within lecture series dedicated to gardens and their significance in society. As we gaze upon this enchanting composition, we can't help but appreciate how these water features have seamlessly blended with nature's beauty in countryside estates and woodland settings. It is truly remarkable how technology has evolved over time while maintaining harmony with our surroundings - leaving us inspired by the wonders created by human hands alongside Mother Nature herself.
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