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Colmans Mustard Engineering Shop Victorian period
Colmans Mustard Engineering Shop Victorian period Date: 19th century
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In this evocative photograph from the late Victorian era, we are transported back in time to the heart of an industrial workshop, where the hum of machinery and the scent of metalwork filled the air. The setting is the engineering shop of an unidentified establishment, captured in this vintage lantern slide by an unknown photographer from The Keasbury-Gordon Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online. The image, taken during the 19th century, showcases a meticulously arranged space filled with an impressive array of machinery and tools, all gleaming with the patina of regular use. The large, cast-iron machines, with their intricate gears and levers, stand proudly against the brick walls, their complex mechanisms ready to transform raw materials into finished products. The workers, dressed in heavy overalls and protective goggles, can be seen busily engaged in their tasks, their faces focused and determined. The atmosphere is one of industry and innovation, as the team harnesses the power of steam and mechanical ingenuity to shape the world around them. The Edwardian era, which followed the Victorian period, is also reflected in this photograph, with its emphasis on efficiency and progress. The use of electric lighting, visible in the form of exposed bulbs, signifies the transition from gas to electric power. This snapshot offers a rare glimpse into the past, providing us with a tangible connection to the ingenuity and determination of our industrial forebears. It serves as a poignant reminder of the transformative power of human ingenuity and the relentless march of progress.
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