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Erskine Beveridge & Company's Factory, United Kingdom, 1880 (engraving)
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Erskine Beveridge & Company's Factory, United Kingdom, 1880 (engraving)
863948 Erskine Beveridge & Company's Factory, United Kingdom, 1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Weaving shed, Erskine Beveridge & Company's St Leonard's Factory, Dunfermline, Scotland. This shed contained nearly 1, 000 Jacquard power looms for weaving linen damask. The belt and shaft drive transmitting power to the looms from a distant steam engine is clearly visible. From "Great Industries of Great Britain" (London, c1880). Engraving.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38090438
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1880 Absence Ceiling Development Diminishing Perspective Great Industries Of Great Britain Illustration Technique Loom Manufacture Manufacturing Equipment Production Progress Steam Engine Tiled Floor Vanishing Point Dunfermline
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This engraving captures the bustling weaving shed of Erskine Beveridge & Company's Factory in Dunfermline, Scotland in 1880. The scene is a testament to the industrial progress and innovation of the 19th century, with nearly 1,000 Jacquard power looms weaving linen damask under the watchful eye of a distant steam engine.
The intricate network of belt and shaft drive systems that transmit power to the looms is prominently displayed, showcasing the advanced manufacturing equipment utilized by this pioneering company. The tiled floor and high ceilings add to the grandeur of this industrial space, while the vanishing point perspective draws viewers into the heart of production.
Despite its absence of people, this engraving exudes a sense of industry and development that defined Great Britain during this era. It serves as a visual reminder of the ingenuity and craftsmanship that fueled the success of companies like Erskine Beveridge & Company.
As we gaze upon this historical image, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the impressive machinery and dedication required to produce fine textiles. It stands as a tribute to both past achievements and future possibilities within the realm of manufacturing.
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