1851, Illustration depicting the mechanism of the Drummond Light. Limelight (also known as Drummond light or calcium light), was a type of stage lighting once used in theatres and music halls

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1851, Illustration depicting the mechanism of the Drummond Light. Limelight (also known as Drummond light or calcium light), was a type of stage lighting once used in theatres and music halls

5311456 1851, Illustration depicting the mechanism of the Drummond Light. Limelight (also known as Drummond light or calcium light), was a type of stage lighting once used in theatres and music halls. An intense illumination is created when an oxyhydrogen flame is directed at a cylinder of quicklime (calcium oxide); (add.info.: Date: 1851); Universal History Archive/UIG

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1851 Drummond Flame Intense Mechanism Music Hall Limelight

EDITORS COMMENTS
This illustration from 1851 showcases the intricate mechanism of the Drummond Light, also known as Limelight or Calcium Light. Used in theatres and music halls during this time period, this type of stage lighting provided a brilliant and intense illumination for performances. The process behind the Drummond Light involved directing an oxyhydrogen flame at a cylinder of quicklime (calcium oxide), resulting in a powerful and focused beam of light. The combination of these elements created a stunning visual effect that enhanced the atmosphere on stage. In this detailed depiction, we can see the inner workings of the Drummond Light, with all its components working together to produce such a bright and radiant glow. The precision and engineering required to create such a lighting system is truly remarkable, especially considering it was developed over 150 years ago. As we admire this historical image, we are reminded of the ingenuity and creativity that went into theatrical productions of the past. The Drummond Light may no longer be in use today, but its legacy lives on through images like this one, capturing a moment in time when innovation illuminated the stage.

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