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Testing the waterproof qualities of umbrellas in an up-to-date Brolley Works (litho)
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Testing the waterproof qualities of umbrellas in an up-to-date Brolley Works (litho)
1090690 Testing the waterproof qualities of umbrellas in an up-to-date Brolley Works (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Testing the waterproof qualities of umbrellas in an up-to-date Brolley Works. Illustration for Absurdities, A Book of Collected Drawings by Heath Robinson (Hutchinson, 1934).); © Look and Learn
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Absurd Absurdities Absurdity Date Machine Machines Mechanistic Qualities Quality Control Robinson William Heath 1872 1944 Testing Umbrellas Waterproof William Heath Robinson
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This whimsical lithograph by William Heath Robinson captures the absurdity and humor of testing the waterproof qualities of umbrellas in an up-to-date Brolley Works. The scene depicts a comical assembly line of mechanistic contraptions, each designed to put umbrellas through rigorous quality control tests. From machines simulating torrential rain to others subjecting umbrellas to hurricane-force winds, this artwork showcases the artist's imaginative take on absurdity. Robinson's intricate attention to detail brings this fantastical world to life, with gears, levers, and pulleys adorning every corner of the Brolley Works. The artist's signature style combines mechanical precision with humorous exaggeration, creating a visual spectacle that is both amusing and thought-provoking. Through this artwork, Robinson playfully challenges our perception of everyday objects while celebrating human ingenuity and creativity. By transforming ordinary umbrellas into subjects for elaborate testing procedures within his imagined factory setting, he invites us to question our own relationship with technology and innovation. "Testing the waterproof qualities of umbrellas in an up-to-date Brolley Works" is a testament to Robinson's unique artistic vision and his ability to blend satire with technical skill. This print serves as a reminder that even mundane tasks can be transformed into sources of amusement when viewed through the lens of imagination.
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