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Plan of New Farm Buildings at Shirburn, Oxon. 1857. Creator: Unknown
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Plan of New Farm Buildings at Shirburn, Oxon. 1857. Creator: Unknown
Plan of New Farm Buildings at Shirburn, Oxon. 1857. One main feature in the buildings is the extensive nature of the machinery department, and the several purposes for which steam power is made available - viz. for thrashing the corn of the farm, cutting chaff for the horses and cattle, crushing oats and beans, grinding corn, drawing water from a deep well to supply a cistern, from which the water is conveyed by iron piping throughout all parts of the homestead, and also for sawing timber, both in the round and in plank, for the use of the estate...Four separate systems of cattle-feeding are provided for in this establishment...The machinery consists of a twelve horse-power steam engine and boiler supplied from Messrs. Nasmyth's well-known manufactory...The architect of these buildings is Mr. Wilkinson...'. From "Illustrated London News", 1857
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This monochrome print, hailing from the mid-19th century, showcases the Plan of New Farm Buildings at Shirburn, Oxon. The intricate design, created by an unknown artist, offers a glimpse into the advanced agricultural practices of the time. One of the most striking aspects of these structures is the extensive machinery department, which served multiple purposes. Steam power was harnessed for various tasks such as threshing corn, cutting chaff, crushing oats and beans, grinding corn, drawing water from a deep well, and even sawing timber in both round and plank form. The farm buildings at Shirburn were a marvel of innovation, providing four distinct systems of cattle feeding. The machinery consisted of a powerful twelve horse-power steam engine and boiler, sourced from the renowned Nasmyth manufactory. The architectural brilliance behind these structures was the work of Mr. Wilkinson. This print was published in the prestigious "Illustrated London News" in 1857. It was part of the extensive collection of Thomas Augustus Wolstenholme Parker, the 6th Earl of Macclesfield, who was known for his keen interest in antiquities and historical artifacts. The print, which is a beautifully detailed wood engraving, offers a fascinating glimpse into the agricultural advancements of the Victorian era. The buildings at Shirburn were not only innovative in their functionality but also aesthetically pleasing, with their design seamlessly blending into the picturesque landscape of Oxfordshire, England. This print, a testament to the ingenuity and progress of the time, continues to captivate and inspire us even today.
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