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Tompkins upright rotary knitting machine 1875
Tompkins American family company, showing upright rotary knitting machine. Date: 1875
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1875 Apparatus Circle Cotton Knitting Machinery Manufacturer Manufacturers Pulleys Rotary Technology Textile Textiles Tompkins Upright Weaving Worker Clotted
10"x10" Photo Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the Tompkins upright rotary knitting machine from 1875. A testament to the ingenuity and industrial prowess of the Tompkins American family company, this classic photograph is a must-have for history buffs, textile enthusiasts, and collectors. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Add a touch of timeless charm to your home or office with this stunning piece of photographic history.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image from the 1870s takes us back in time to the inception of textile technology with a focus on the Tompkins Upright Rotary Knitting Machine, manufactured in the United States around 1875. The Tompkins Company, though not specifically identified in this photograph, was a pioneering force in textile machinery, revolutionizing the industry with their innovative designs. The machine depicted in this photograph is an Upright Rotary Knitting Machine, a significant departure from traditional flatbed knitting methods. The machine's upright design allowed for increased efficiency and flexibility, enabling the production of intricate and complex textile patterns. The rotary mechanism, a key feature of the Tompkins design, allowed for continuous knitting without the need for manual intervention, making it a game-changer in the textile world. The woman in the photograph is intently focused on her work, her hands poised to make adjustments to the clotted circle of cotton yarn as it passes through the machine. The intricate network of pulleys and gears surrounding her illustrate the intricacy and complexity of the machinery, a testament to the technological advancements of the time. This photograph offers a glimpse into the 19th century textile industry, a time when innovation and ingenuity paved the way for new technologies that would transform the way textiles were produced. The Tompkins Upright Rotary Knitting Machine stands as a symbol of the industrial revolution and the relentless pursuit of progress in the textile industry.
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