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WATER PUMP & WHEEL. Operation of a water-powered pump in an old mine
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WATER PUMP & WHEEL. Operation of a water-powered pump in an old mine
WATER PUMP & WHEEL.
Operation of a water-powered pump in an old mine. Woodcut from a 1580 edition of Georgius Agricolas De Re Metallica, after a woodcut from the first edition, printed at Basle in 1556
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Media ID 13133976
1556 1580 Agricola Apparatus De Re Metallica Georgicus Invention Mine Pump Swiss Tunnel Water Wheel Georgius
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This print titled "WATER PUMP & WHEEL" takes us back in time to witness the operation of a water-powered pump in an old mine. The woodcut, dating back to 1580 and based on an earlier edition from 1556, is taken from Georgius Agricola's renowned book "De Re Metallica". In this intricate illustration, we are transported to a Renaissance-era Swiss tunnel where ingenuity and invention were at their peak. The water pump and wheel stand as remarkable examples of human innovation during that period. As we gaze upon the image, we can almost hear the rhythmic creaking sound of the wooden apparatus in motion. The attention to detail in this woodcut is truly awe-inspiring. Every line etched into the print tells a story of hard work and determination within the mining industry. It serves as a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of harnessing natural resources for progress. As we admire this piece, let us not forget its historical significance. This woodcut represents more than just machinery; it symbolizes our ancestors' unwavering spirit and their ability to adapt technology for practical purposes. "WATER PUMP & WHEEL" allows us to appreciate both artistry and engineering prowess simultaneously—a timeless reminder that creativity knows no bounds when it comes to shaping our world.
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