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Potato peeler, 1899
Potato peeler, 1899. A machine for washing, peeling and removing eyes and sprouts from potatoes. Les Inventions Illustrees. (Paris, May 1899)
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Media ID 14865576
© Oxford Science Archive / Heritage-Images
Contraption Convenience Innovation Invention Oxford Science Archive Potato Potatoes Vegetable Vegetables Potato Peeler
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our captivating framed print from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the intriguing "Potato Peeler, 1899" image by an unknown artist from Heritage Images, this print showcases a fascinating invention from the past. Embrace the charm of history with this unique, vintage depiction of a machine designed for washing, peeling, and preparing potatoes. Add character and conversation-starting appeal to any space with this beautifully framed and preserved piece.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases a remarkable invention from the late 19th century - the Potato Peeler of 1899. A true marvel of its time, this machine revolutionized the process of preparing potatoes for cooking. Designed to wash, peel, and remove eyes and sprouts from these versatile vegetables, it epitomizes both innovation and convenience. The engraving captures a male figure operating the contraption with utmost precision. With his focused gaze and skilled hands, he effortlessly transforms raw potatoes into perfectly peeled ones. The vibrant colors bring life to this scene straight out of Les Inventions Illustrees magazine in Paris. This image not only represents technological advancements but also highlights France's contribution to culinary science during that era. It serves as a testament to how inventions like these shaped food preparation methods across the country. As we admire this piece from Oxford Science Archive's collection, we are transported back in time to an age where ingenuity thrived. This print reminds us that even simple tasks such as peeling potatoes can be transformed by human creativity and scientific progress.
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