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Overtime at a Christmas cracker factory by William Heath Rob
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Overtime at a Christmas cracker factory by William Heath Rob
Colour illustration by William Heath Robinson depicting one of his usual contraptions designed to solve the increase in demand for Christmas crackers during the forthcoming festive season. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the Estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/TP Archive/Mary Evans
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William Heath Robinson's 'Overtime at a Christmas Cracker Factory' is a delightful and humorous illustration that captures the spirit of the festive season and the ingenuity of the British industrial mind. The colorful print, created by the renowned English illustrator in the early 20th century, depicts a chaotic yet intricately designed factory scene where workers and machines are working overtime to meet the increasing demand for Christmas crackers. Robinson's contraption, a humorous gadget, is designed to streamline the production process and keep up with the seasonal rush. The illustration showcases an array of machinery, including a guillotine-like machine that cuts the cracker casings, a conveyor belt system that transports the casings to the filling station, and a line of workers stuffing crackers with prizes. The illustration is filled with visual humor, as workers are shown operating the machinery in unconventional ways, and the machines themselves seem to have a life of their own. The historical significance of this illustration lies in its depiction of the industrial production process during the holiday season. It highlights the importance of overtime and the lengths that factories went to meet the high demand for Christmas crackers. The print also showcases the unique and humorous way that William Heath Robinson approached industrial design, making it a beloved and iconic representation of the holiday season. Courtesy of the Estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/TP Archive/Mary Evans
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