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The Building in Hyde Park, for the Great Exhibition of 1851 - Punching Machine, 1850. Creator: Unknown
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The Building in Hyde Park, for the Great Exhibition of 1851 - Punching Machine, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Building in Hyde Park, for the Great Exhibition of 1851 - Punching Machine, 1850. View of...the operations of punching bolt-holes in the bars of iron, and cutting off the ends by the shears. These modes of substituting mechanical for manual labour are to be seen in every large mechanical establishment in the kingdom. It may be mentioned here, that about 3000 holes are punched during the present working day of ten hours'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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This photograph print, titled 'The Building in Hyde Park, for the Great Exhibition of 1851 - Punching Machine, 1850', offers a glimpse into the groundbreaking technological advancements of the 19th century. The image, created by an unknown artist for the Illustrated London News, depicts a bustling construction site in Hyde Park, London, where the preparations for the Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations were underway. Sir Joseph Paxton's Crystal Palace, an architectural marvel of cast iron and glass, was being erected on the site, marking a significant milestone in the Industrial Revolution. The photograph captures the operations of a punching machine, a mechanical innovation that replaced manual labor in the construction industry. The machine punches bolt-holes in the iron bars and cuts off their ends using shears, enabling the production of hundreds of holes in a single working day of ten hours. The scene is a testament to the growing trend of mechanization and automation that characterized the Victorian era. The photograph shows a group of men working alongside the machine, their roles now limited to overseeing and maintaining the machinery. The image is a poignant reminder of the profound impact of technology on the workforce during this period, as manual labor gave way to more efficient and productive mechanical processes. The photograph, with its engraved detail, captures the essence of the industrial revolution in Britain, a time of innovation, progress, and transformation. The photograph is a valuable historical document, providing insights into the cultural and technological milestones of the 19th century.
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