Cogs Collection (#6)

Gears, technological industry, Hebei, Province of Hebei, China, Asia

Plate rolling machine and workers at a Sunderland shipyard
A team of men feed a sheet of metal through a rolling machine at Messrs Droxford & Sons, a shipyard in Sunderland

Installing an engine for a diesel locomotive
Three railway engineers install a large diesel engine onto the positioned wheel, axle and undercarriage. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Ice-cutting Machine
A late 19th century Steam-powered Ice-cutting Machine operating on the frozen exoanse of the St Lawrence River, Canada. Possibly one of historys more risky undertakings for an apparatus of this

Assembly of a Multi-cogged Machine
An engineer fits a cog to a piece of geared machinery, possibly an engine or heavy duty gearbox. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Liquid Manure Drill
Chandlers Liquid Manure Drill

A theodolite, used for surveying

Wine Press, 1870S
Type of grape press in use in Burgundy which used iron internals for extracting the juice

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"Cogs: Unveiling the Hidden Mechanisms of Time and Artistry" Step into a world where celestial mechanics intertwine with medieval artwork, revealing the intricate beauty of cogs. From clock mechanisms dating back to 1737 to the enigmatic Antikythera mechanism depicted in artwork C017/7190, these gears have shaped our perception of time. Marvel at the Great Clock of St Paul's Cathedral, its colossal cogs orchestrating the symphony of London's daily rhythm. Journey further into history as you witness the majestic Great Crane at Woolwich Arsenal in south-east London, an engineering marvel that stands as a testament to human ingenuity. Delve into modernity with the Otis elevator engine from 1932, its reliable cogs ensuring smooth ascents and descents for countless passengers. Explore how clock mechanisms intricately weave together precision and artistry, reminding us that time is not merely measured but crafted. Immerse yourself in vignette illustrations like those found in W Heath Robinson's "Railway Ribaldry, " where whimsical contraptions come alive through interconnected cogs. Witness James Carter's engraved masterpiece depicting calico printing in a cotton mill - each cog playing its part in revolutionizing textile production. Discover Selby Abbey Clock, standing tall amidst centuries-old architecture; its rhythmic ticking echoing through time. And even within simulated X-rays capturing a snowman toy, one can glimpse hidden cogs bringing joy to children worldwide. In this captivating journey through history and innovation, we unravel the secrets held by these unassuming yet essential components - cogs, and are not mere mechanical parts but guardians of time itself – forever spinning towards progress and artistic expression.