Created on 2024-11-21

The image shows two illustrations related to coin minting technology from a printed book or document. The upper portion of the image depicts a large mechanical device operated by horse power. Four horses are harnessed to horizontal bars radiating from a central pivot, and as they walk in a circular path, they appear to be driving the complex mechanism above them. This setup was typically used for coin minting or other industrial processes where substantial consistent power was needed. Below the first illustration is a technical drawing which provides a plan view of the mechanical system. It is intricately detailed, with gears, rotational axes, and support structures clearly marked and labeled with letters, indicating different components of the machinery. The labels likely correspond to a description or legend not visible in the image. At the bottom of the image, there is a caption in French that reads "Monnoyage, Moulin des laminoirs." This translates to "Minting, Rolling mill." This indicates that the machinery is intended for minting operations, possibly engaging in the rolling of metal that would then be used to create coins. A scale at the lower edge of the technical drawing indicates dimensions by "Échelle de Pieds," which refers to a scale in feet, suggesting measurements and proportions for the machinery being depicted. On the illustration is a signature "Tardieu Del(ineavit)," likely referring to the artist or engraver who created the image, and "Berard scul(psit)," referring to the person who engraved or sculpted it into the medium for printing. The “Pl. VII.” in the top right of the paper indicates that this is Plate 7 within a series in the source material.

Created on 2024-11-21

This image appears to be an illustration from a historical text or publication. The main part of the image depicts the interior of a mill or factory, with a vaulted ceiling supported by arched beams and columns. Several horses can be seen walking on the floor of the mill. The lower part of the image shows a detailed mechanical diagram or schematic of what seems to be the machinery or power system used in this mill. The text at the bottom identifies this as the "Monnoiage, Moulin des Laminoirs", which suggests this is an illustration of a rolling mill or metalworking facility. The overall style and level of detail indicate this is a historical print or engraving from an architectural or engineering publication.