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Menstrual pain
MODEL RELEASED. Menstrual pain. Woman holding her hands against her abdomen to relieve pain caused by menstruation. Lower abdominal and pelvic pain, known as dysmenorrhoea

Digital camera displaying infrared. Remote control pointing at the lens of a digital camera. When the control is operated

Lower back pain
MODEL RELEASED. Lower back pain. Woman holding her painful lower back. Woman holding her painful lower back. The lower back pain could be lumbago

Massage
MODEL RELEASED. Massage. Mans hands massaging a womans shoulder. This may relieve muscular pain by increasing the blood flow to the muscles. It can also improve skin tone and relieve stress

Pascals Principle demonstration, 1889
Demonstration of Pascals Principle. This principle stated that pressure exerted on a liquid or gas is transmitted equally to all parts of that liquid or gas

Wine production, 19th century artwork. Workers in a wine cellar adding grapes to vats and presses. At right, crushing, stomping

Oil press, 19th century artwork. Workers operating an olive oil press in the south of France. The olives are placed in the press and the lever used to turn the screws and increase the pressure

Cider production, 19th century artwork. Apples from an orchard (outside door) are being crushed in a horse-driven mill (right)

Tobacco processing quality control. Testing being carried out in a tobacco processing plant quality control laboratory. This laboratory is operated by the Russian company Donskoi Tabak

SILENT FILM STILL. Tully Marshall pressing pants under mattress, 1920s, from an unidentified film

A Pressing Engagement
Gentleman demonstrating a simple device for the correction of neglected figures in time for the dancing season. Illustration by William Heath Robinson

Algiers - Grape Pressing by monks
Grape Pressing by monks at the Abbaye de Notre Dame de Staoueli - Algiers, Algeria

Shaping metal plate in a large hydraulic press
Two factory workers remove a metal plate from a large industrial hydraulic press after shaping. The completely piece appears to be the bodywork for a road vehicle. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Refueling a British Road Services truck
A promotional photograph for British Road Services. Here a truck of the fleet is refueled at a trade pump. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

British Water-filter cart
A British water-filter cart being filled from a river. Ensuring troops remained free of disease was a pressing concern during World War I, and preventative measures against water-borne bacteria

Bordeaux Wine Growing
The pressing of grapes at the Chateau Lafitte, near Bordeaux

Making Olive Oil
OLIVE OIL After storing and maturing, olives in southern Italy are placed in the pontana then all join in the pressing while the Madonna watches

Pressing Grapes 1511
A Catalan wine-grower presses his grapes

Champagne Liebig 3
Pressing the grapes card 3 of 6

Pressing Grapes by Hand
In Bordeaux, France at this time they crushed grapes by hand using a long handled tool with 3 spokes (possibly like a potato masher) to extract the juice

Advertisement for Job Wraggs Soda Water
An advertisement for Job Wraggs Super Quality Soda Water, manufactured in Birmingham. A hand presses a soda syphon and fills a glass

Futuristic device to help a gentleman get dressed
A futuristic device to help a gentleman get dressed in the automatic home of the future. At the press of a button, a mechanical arm holds out his suit, top hat and walking stick

Futuristic mechanised barbers shop
A futuristic mechanised barbers shop, where all the barber has to do is press a few buttons on a machine

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"From Cider to Fusion Reactors: The Art of Pressing" Step back in time to the 18th century, where cider pressing was a common practice. Witness the meticulous process cider apples, as every drop of juice is extracted with care. Travel across continents and delve into the Kabyle culture in Algeria, where the incredible wooden screw olive press takes center stage. Marvel at its intricate design and witness how it effortlessly extracts precious oil from olives. Venture into the realm of science and innovation as you observe a scientist working tirelessly in a fusion reactor. Witness their dedication and expertise as they navigate this complex machinery, pushing boundaries for future energy solutions. Experience art come alive through "Oleum Olivarum, " an enchanting plate from Nova Reperta engraved by Philip Galle. Immerse yourself in its beauty as you witness the ancient technique olives captured on paper. Transport yourself to Victorian times, where linen production thrived. Observe workers diligently pressing bales of linen, ensuring that each piece meets impeccable standards before reaching consumers' hands. Journey into a woollen mill in Bradford, where cloth is pressed with precision. See how skilled craftsmen meticulously handle each fabric, leaving no crease or wrinkle behind. Discover the Lambeth Doulton Faience Factory's secrets as clay is blunged and pressed to create stunning pottery pieces. Witness artisans transform raw materials into works of art through their expert techniques. Unearth history itself at an ancient wine press, witnessing grapes being trodden upon to extract their juices for winemaking purposes. Feel connected to centuries-old traditions that have shaped our love for this timeless beverage. Finally, immerse yourself in Le Chiffre D'Amour - "The Language of Love. " Explore how emotions are expressed through gentle touches and tender embraces; sometimes words aren't enough when hearts speak volumes without uttering a single word. In all these diverse contexts, pressing takes on different meanings and techniques.