Paris Universal Exhibition (1878). Installation by J. Herman
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Paris Universal Exhibition (1878). Installation by J. Herman
Paris Universal Exhibition (1878) held at the Trocadero. Installation by J. Hermann Lachapelle, Continuous equipment maker for the production of soft drinks. The Spanish and American Illustration, 1879. Colored engraving
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Aristocracy Aristocrat Aristocrats Bourgeois Bourgeoise Device Exposition Gentlemen Hermann Machinery Manufacture Soda Soft Trocadero Universal
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This image transports us back to the Paris Universal Exhibition of 1878, held at the iconic Trocadero Palace. The installation featured in this photograph is the creation of J. Hermann Lachapelle, a contemporary continuous equipment maker for the production of soft drinks. The Spanish and American Illustration, published in 1879, offers a colorful engraving that showcases the intricate details of this industrial marvel. The aristocracy and bourgeoisie of the time, dressed in their finest attire, gather around the machine, intrigued by the modern marvel before them. Gentlemen in top hats and women in elegant gowns engage in animated conversation, their fascination evident in their expressions. The machine, a symbol of the industrial age, stands proudly in the background, its complex mechanisms on full display. The device, producing soft drinks, represents the latest advancements in manufacturing and production technology. The soda fountain, a popular novelty at the time, was a hit among the high society crowd. The machine's ability to continuously produce the fizzy beverage, a far cry from the laborious process of hand-mixing, was a testament to the ingenuity of the age. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, a time when industrial innovation and social elegance intersected. The Paris Universal Exhibition of 1878 was a celebration of human achievement, and this installation by J. Hermann Lachapelle was a shining example of the progress being made in the realm of manufacturing and production. The image stands as a reminder of the fascination and wonder that accompanied the introduction of new technologies, and the role they played in shaping the world we live in today.
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