A correct view of the new machine for winding up the ladies

A correct view of the new machine for winding up the ladies A correct view of the new machine for winding up the ladies A correct view of the new machine for winding up the ladies

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A correct view of the new machine for winding up the ladies
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Etching: "A correct view of the new machine for winding up the ladies" by T. McLean, 26 Haymarket; published c1830. Humorous treatment of new technology, showing a Victorian lady being tightly laced into her corset by a winding machine. 25.5x36.5cm

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Category:
Art
Object Number:
1994-1174
Materials:
paper (fibre product)
Measurements:
overall: 255 x 365 mm
type:
print and etching
credit:
Grosvenor Prints