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Pig de-hairing machine (b/w photo)
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Pig de-hairing machine (b/w photo)
8653471 Pig de-hairing machine (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pig de-hairing machine. Illustration for The Book of the Meat Trade edited by Frank Gerrard (Caxton, 1949).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 38498040
© © Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
1940 1949 19401949 1940s Chain Chains Forties Nineteen Forties The Forties Years 1940 Years 40 Years Forty
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This print captures a Pig de-hairing machine in action, showcasing the industrial process of preparing meat for consumption. The intricate machinery is depicted with precision and detail, highlighting the ingenuity behind this essential tool in the meat trade.
The stark contrast between light and shadow adds depth to the image, drawing attention to the mechanical components that make up the de-hairing machine. The monochromatic palette enhances the vintage feel of this photograph, transporting viewers back to a time when such machines were crucial in food production.
Originally featured in "The Book of the Meat Trade" edited by Frank Gerrard in 1949, this historical photograph offers a glimpse into mid-20th century British industry. It serves as a reminder of how far technology has come since then, while also honoring the craftsmanship and innovation of earlier generations.
As we study this image closely, we are reminded of the importance of efficiency and precision in food processing. The Pig de-hairing machine may be a relic from the past, but its legacy lives on through photographs like these that capture moments frozen in time for future generations to appreciate.
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