Dust Explosion Elevator

c. 1900-1920

American 20th Century

Associated Names
This is a photograph of a model of a dust explosion elevator. The image features a mechanical model that is situated on a tabletop. The model's body is labeled with large letters spelling "DUST EXPLOSION ELEVATOR". The model resembles an industrial building with cylindrical silos and a tower. The tower has small window-like details and a gauge on one side. A swath of smoke or dust appears to be emanating from the top of the tower. The background is dark, highlighting the model in the foreground. The setting suggests a demonstration or illustrative example of an industrial phenomenon related to dust explosions.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Patrons' Permanent Fund

  • Dimensions

    overall: 19.1 x 23.3 cm (7 1/2 x 9 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2001.67.5


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Joshua P. Smith, Washington, DC; NGA purchase, 2001.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

on verso, by unknown hand, center in graphite: C3205

Wikidata ID

Q64144077

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