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Machinery Hall, Chocolate manufacture, Henry Maillard's exhibit, Centennial Exhibition, Philadelphia, USA, 1876 (silver albumen print)
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Machinery Hall, Chocolate manufacture, Henry Maillard's exhibit, Centennial Exhibition, Philadelphia, USA, 1876 (silver albumen print)
7391972 Machinery Hall, Chocolate manufacture, Henry Maillard's exhibit, Centennial Exhibition, Philadelphia, USA, 1876 (silver albumen print) by American Photographer, (19th century); 21x26 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Exhibit title: Henry Maillard, New York, N.Y. Exhibit #n/a, Machinery Hall, Bldg. #2.); Free Library of Philadelphia
Media ID 32013860
© Free Library of Philadelphia / Bridgeman Images
Chocolate Chocolates Jars Machine Machines Power Machinery Tableware Tin Can Unpopulated Industries Room Interior Without Anyone
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This photograph captures the essence of innovation and industry in 19th century America. The image showcases Machinery Hall, a prominent exhibit at the Centennial Exhibition held in Philadelphia, USA in 1876. Specifically, it focuses on Henry Maillard's chocolate manufacturing display within the hall. The photograph provides a glimpse into the bustling world of machinery and automation that revolutionized production during this era. Various machines and equipment can be seen, emphasizing the power of industrialization. Among them are jars and tin cans filled with delectable chocolates, highlighting Maillard's contribution to the confectionery industry. What makes this photo particularly intriguing is its lack of human presence. It offers a rare opportunity to appreciate these impressive machines without any distractions or interruptions from people. This unpopulated scene allows us to fully immerse ourselves in the intricacies of early American industry. The silver albumen print technique used for this image adds depth and richness to every detail captured by the anonymous American photographer from the 19th century. Preserved by the Free Library of Philadelphia, this historic artifact serves as a testament to both technological advancements and artistic craftsmanship. Through this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an era when machinery reigned supreme, forever changing how goods were produced on an industrial scale.
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