Canvas Print : Sugar mill machinery
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Sugar mill machinery
Diagrams showing part of the elevation and plan of an improved sugar refinery by Edward Woollery Esq of Jamaica. Date: 18th century
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Media ID 14186594
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Diagram Diagrams Elevation Factories Jamaica Machinery Machines Mill Plan Plantation Plantations Refinery Sugar
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the rich history of sugar production into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Diagrams showing part of the elevation and plan of an improved sugar refinery" by Edward Woollery Esq of Jamaica (18th century), sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intricate machinery of an 18th-century sugar mill. Each print is meticulously reproduced using premium materials and vibrant colors, ensuring a stunning and authentic finish. Elevate your décor and transport yourself back in time with this captivating piece of history.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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 print depicts the intricate machinery of an 18th century sugar refinery, as diagrammed by Edward Woollery Esquire of Jamaica. The elevation and plan illustrate the complex system designed to extract and refine sugarcane juice into its final crystallized form. The sugar mill, a vital component of Caribbean plantations during this era, was a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the time. The process began with the crushing of sugarcane in the mill, as seen in the lower right corner of the diagram. The cane was fed into the mill, where it was crushed between heavy rollers, releasing its juice. The juice was then transported through a series of channels to the boiling house, where it was heated and clarified. Impurities were removed through a filtration process, and the resulting syrup was cooled and crystallized. The crystals were then separated from the liquid through centrifugation, as shown in the upper left corner of the diagram. The machinery in the print includes various components such as boilers, evaporators, centrifuges, and pumps, all working in harmony to produce the desired end product. The intricate details of the machinery demonstrate the advanced level of engineering and technology of the time. The sugar refinery was a critical component of the plantation system, and its efficient operation was essential for the economic success of the plantation. This print provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of the sugar industry and the technological advancements that shaped it. The sugar refinery, as depicted in this diagram, represents the intersection of agriculture, engineering, and industry during the 18th century, and serves as a reminder of the significant role that sugar played in the economic and cultural development of the Caribbean and beyond.
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