1892 Fire Escapes
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By: Benjamin Butterworth
Date: 1892 (dated) Washington, D.C.
Original Size: 14.5 x 18.5 (36.86 x 46.99)
This is a fine print reproduction of an antique diagram, titled "Fire Escapes," illustrates the original processes involved in escaping fires in buildings by ladder and even rope in The Growth of Industrial Art by Benjamin Butterworth. The visual sequence shown, labeled 1 through 9, depicts versions of fire escapes throughout the era.
The Growth of Industrial Art, published in 1892 by Hon. Benjamin Butterworth, is a richly illustrated volume documenting the evolution of industrial technologies and inventions that shaped 19th-century society. The book features detailed diagrams and descriptions of innovations across various fields, including agriculture, transportation, and domestic appliances, reflecting the ingenuity of the Industrial Revolution.
Benjamin Butterworth (1837–1898) was an American politician, lawyer, and advocate for industrial progress. Butterworth was deeply invested in documenting and promoting technological advancements, believing that industrial art and science were critical to national development. His work on The Growth of Industrial Art reflects his dedication to showcasing the ingenuity of American and global inventors during an era of rapid industrialization.
Inventory #IA78