Plumbing Collection (#4)

National conveniences, 1769. Artist: Gillray, James (1757-1815)
National conveniences, 1769. From a private collection

Plumbing, 1751-1777. A print from the Encyclopedie, ou Dictionnaire Raisonne des Sciences, des Arts et des Metiers by Diderot & d Alembert, 1751-1777. Private Collection

Roman Water Pipe. Includes the constructors name, National Museum, Rome

Roman aqueducts seen on the slopes of Saint Just, c1790-1853. Artist: Jean Michel Grobon
Roman aqueducts seen on the slopes of Saint Just, c1790-1853. Located in the collection at, Musee des Beaux Arts, Lyon

Gallo-Roman water pipeline, excavations of Alesia, July 1906

Roman toilet, Ostia, Italy. Found at the Archaeology Museum and Roman Ruins, Ostia, Italy

Close stool of Franz Joseph I of Austria. Artist: Anonymous
Close stool of Franz Joseph I of Austria. Found in the collection of the Kammerhofmuseen der Stadt Gmunden

Bidet of Elisabeth of Bavaria (Carl Knoll Porcelain Factory, Carlsbad), 1887-1890. Artist: Anonymous
Bidet of Elisabeth of Bavaria (Carl Knoll Porcelain Factory, Carlsbad), 1887-1890. Found in the collection of the Kammerhofmuseen der Stadt Gmunden

Foundation of a hypocaust, 3rd century
Foundation of a hypocaust - the underfloor heating system - at Fishbourne, 3rd century

Gibbs Happy Families - Miss Pipe the Plumbers daughter. 20th century

Gibbs Happy Families - Master Pipe the Plumbers son. 20th century

Buildings / Plumber 1827
The original occupation of plumbing, which involved melting lead into drainpipes etc. Date: 1827

Rudkin Bros, 4 Paddington Street, London W1
The shop window of Rudkin Bros, 4 Paddington Street, London W1 -- house repairs and decorations. Date: circa 1910

GIRL WASHING HANDS, 1942. Three-year-old Ann Heath, daughter of a Warren McArthur factory lathe operator, standing on a footstool to wash her hands in the bathroom sink at her home

WASHINGTON D. C. : PLUMBING. A crane laying a water pipeline in Washington, D. C
WASHINGTON D.C.: PLUMBING. A crane laying a water pipeline in Washington, D.C. early 20th century

Artwork of a silver tap with a blue ring on top of the screw handle

Water power generator, cross-section

Hot water cylinder

White sink, view from underneath

Screwing a trap connector nut onto a waste pipe

Tightening flexible connectors attached to a bath with an adjustable spanner and grips, close up

P-Trap

Undoing a gland nut

Pipes attached to central heating

Copper pipe connectors

Cross section model of a house with direct water supply system

Appliances connected to soil stack

Wash basin and pedestal unit

Cross section model of a house with plumbing exposed

PLUMBING STORE, 1940. Second-hand plumbing supply store in Brockton, Massachusetts. Photograph by Jack Delano, December 1940

FIRST WATER-CLOSET, 1596. The first water-closet, invented by Sir John Harington (1561-1612). Colored woodcut from Haringtons Metamorphosis of Ajax, 1596, the publication which

Advertisement for Doultons Improved Housemaids Slop Sinks, c
XJF495449 Advertisement for Doultons Improved Housemaids Slop Sinks, c.1880s (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Advertisement for James Fryer, Plumber, Engine Pump and Water Closet Manufacturer
XJF495482 Advertisement for James Fryer, Plumber, Engine Pump and Water Closet Manufacturer, (engraving) by English School

Building of Common Sewers on Holborn, 1845 (w / c and graphite on paper)
XJF495438 Building of Common Sewers on Holborn, 1845 (w/c and graphite on paper) by Scharf, George the Elder (1788-1860); Private Collection; German, out of copyright

Boatmen Pouring Fresh Water into the Pipelines (w / c on paper)
XIR154621 Boatmen Pouring Fresh Water into the Pipelines (w/c on paper) by Grevenbroeck, Jan van (1731-1807); Museo Correr, Venice

FIRST WATER-CLOSET, 1596. The first water-closet, invented by Sir John Harington (1561-1612). Woodcut from Haringtons Metamorphosis of Ajax, 1596, the publication which, along with other satires

THOMAS CRAPPER (1837-1902). English sanitary engineer. Thomas Crapper and his workmen testing his design for the water closet cistern. Drawing by his grandniece, Edith B. Crapper

VICTORIAN TOILET. A Victorian toilet with siphonic cistern. Illustration, English, 19th century

USA, Oregon, Portland. Bright red standpipe outside of brick building. Credit as: Steve Terrill / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

The design for Sir John Haringtons water closet, here called a privie in perfection
HARINGTON: WATER CLOSET. The design for Sir John Haringtons water closet, here called a privie in perfection, c1591; Sir John would later describe his invention in the 1596 satire

Man using adjustable spanner to remove nut on boiler cover, plug switched off, close-up

Polyethylene pipe insulation SEM C014 / 2146
Polyethylene pipe insulation. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of polyethylene pipe insulation for climate control of water pipes

Thermostatic radiator valve. This is a self-regulating device that once set by hand adjusts itself to control the amount and temperature of the hot water flowing into the radiator

Mixer Tap C013 / 9040
Close-up of mixer tap in bathroom

Missile fuelling equipment C013 / 5303
Missile fuelling equipment at Titan Missile Museum near Tucson, Arizona. The silo-launched Titan II missile was part of Americas nuclear deterrent

River dwellings - Thailand - People living in houses on stilts out over the water and houseboats below washing, drinking, cooking, plumbing, making use of the muddy water. Date: 1952

SEARS HOUSE AD, 1919. Advertisement from Sears, Roebuck and Company for a house that the buyer builds themselves, 1919

ADS: PLUMBING, 1897. Advertisement for a hot and cold watertap invented by Sir William Thomson, Lord Kelvin. Line engraving, English, 1897

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"Exploring the Rich History and Innovations of Plumbing" From ancient times to modern innovations, it has played a vital role in our daily lives. This captivating caption takes you on a journey through time, showcasing various aspects of this essential trade. Trades union membership certificate: A symbol of pride for plumbers who have honed their skills and expertise through years of dedication and hard work. Pipes connected to kitchen sink and washing machine: The intricate network that ensures water flows seamlessly into our homes, providing convenience and comfort. Pipe Laying to Cottages - January 1949: An image capturing the laborious process of laying pipes underground, connecting communities with clean water supply even in harsh winter conditions. Patent drawing for Thomas Crappers sanitary innovation, the Water Waste Preventer, 1880s: A testament to the ingenuity of pioneers like Thomas Crapper who revolutionized sanitation systems with groundbreaking inventions. Plan of Canterbury Cathedral from the Eadwine Psalter, c. 1150 (vellum): Plumbing's presence can be traced back centuries as evidenced by historical manuscripts depicting sophisticated drainage systems within grand structures like cathedrals. Nude from behind (Morning toilet), 1841: Artistic depictions remind us that plumbing is not just about functionality but also intersects with personal hygiene routines throughout history. Le Bidet & Sanitary ware, Plate 42: Elegant fixtures showcasing how plumbing has evolved beyond basic necessities into stylish design elements enhancing bathrooms worldwide. Carpentry & plumbing, Training Ship Wellesley, North Shields: Plumbers' versatility extends beyond pipe installations; they are skilled craftsmen collaborating closely with other tradespeople to create functional spaces aboard ships or buildings alike. Kensington & Chelsea District School plumbers shop: Educational institutions nurturing future generations of plumbers equipped with knowledge passed down through generations alongside contemporary techniques for sustainable solutions Advert Davis & Bennett heavy fireclay urinal stalls.