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Flat life, how at last it is possible to keep chickens in the top flat (litho)
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Flat life, how at last it is possible to keep chickens in the top flat (litho)
1090691 Flat life, how at last it is possible to keep chickens in the top flat (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Flat life, how at last it is possible to keep chickens in the top flat. Illustration for Absurdities, A Book of Collected Drawings by Heath Robinson (Hutchinson, 1934).); © Look and Learn
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Absurd Absurdities Absurdity Adaptation Chickens Flat Ingenuity Keeping Machine Machines Mechanistic Poulty Robinson William Heath 1872 1944 William Heath Robinson
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Flat Life - A Whimsical Solution to Urban Poultry Keeping
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. This lithograph, titled "Flat life, how at last it is possible to keep chickens in the top flat" by William Heath Robinson, offers a humorous and absurd take on adapting to city living. The artwork showcases the artist's ingenuity and mechanistic imagination as he presents an outlandish contraption that allows urban dwellers to keep chickens even in the confines of their top-floor apartments. Robinson's illustration, featured in his book "Absurdities" depicts a comically complex machine that fills every nook and cranny of a small flat. Cleverly designed gears, pulleys, and levers are intricately connected throughout the room, creating an elaborate system for housing and caring for chickens. This whimsical invention not only highlights Robinson's artistic talent but also pokes fun at our human desire to adapt nature into our modern lives. With its playful depiction of this fantastical scenario, the artwork brings laughter and joy while also commenting on society's constant pursuit of convenience. It serves as a reminder that humans have always sought innovative solutions to overcome challenges posed by urbanization. William Heath Robinson was renowned for his imaginative illustrations during England's early 20th-century art scene. His unique style blended humor with intricate detail, making him one of Britain's most beloved artists. This particular print captures his ability to merge artistry with wit while offering viewers a delightful escape into an alternative reality where keeping chickens in high
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