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Framed Print : STEPPED LIFT / CAUTERETS
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STEPPED LIFT / CAUTERETS
A stepped hydraulic lift at Cauterets in the Pyrenees, designed by Edoux. Date: 1881
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Media ID 20155145
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1881 Cauterets Hillside Hydraulic Levels Lift Lifts Machines Pyrenees Stepped Technology Terraces Towers Designed Edoux
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step into history with our exquisite Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image of "Stepped Lift / Cauterets" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning vintage photograph showcases an engineering marvel of the past - a stepped hydraulic lift designed by Edoux in 1881, nestled in the picturesque town of Cauterets amidst the Pyrenees. Perfectly preserved in this timeless piece, the intricate details and rich history of the lift are brought to life in high-definition print. Hang it in your home or office as a conversation starter, a reminder of engineering innovation, or simply as a beautiful addition to your decor. Let this unique piece transport you to another era, and enjoy the captivating story it tells with every glance.
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 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases the engineering marvel of the Stepped Lift, or "Le Funiculaire," located in Cauterets, a picturesque town nestled in the heart of the Pyrenees Mountains. Designed by the ingenious French engineer, Edoux, in 1881, this hydraulic lift system revolutionized transportation on steep hillside terrain. The Stepped Lift is a unique combination of technology and natural beauty. The lift consists of a series of interconnected towers and platforms, each level rising incrementally up the hillside. The towers, constructed from wrought iron and stone, support the hydraulic cylinders that propel the carriages up the incline. The carriages, suspended from ropes, glide smoothly between levels, transporting passengers and goods with ease. The design of the Stepped Lift was a response to the challenging terrain of the Pyrenees, where traditional transportation methods were insufficient. The lift system allowed for efficient and reliable access to the hilltop town, opening up opportunities for tourism and commerce. The photograph captures the Stepped Lift in its prime, with the towers and terraces blending seamlessly into the rugged landscape. The intricate machinery, once a symbol of modernity and progress, now stands as a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of the past. The Stepped Lift at Cauterets is a reminder of the transformative power of technology and the human spirit, as well as the beauty and resilience of the natural world. This photograph invites us to appreciate the rich history of industrial design and the enduring allure of the Pyrenees Mountains.
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