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Heath Robinson Does Away with Servants - Patent Applied for by " The Sketch" in the Drawing-Room. A family in the Drawing Room, which is a typically Heath Robinson design, with a system of pulleys, levers and machinery allowing them to pour tea, serve cake and stoke the fire, and no need for servants. Even the passing Vicar can enter the room and announce himself by simply standing on a carefully placed vacuum pump. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the Estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary Evan"
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1921 Cake Heath Levers Machinery Pour Pulleys Robinson Servants Serve Stoke System Vicar
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Heath Robinson's Drawing Room 2: A Servant-Free Haven - Patent Applied For, 1921 (Courtesy of the Estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary Evans) Step into this 1921 Heath Robinson drawing room, where innovation and convenience reign supreme. In this imaginative design, renowned British illustrator Heath Robinson presents a servant-free haven, as featured in "The Sketch" magazine. The family, engaged in a leisurely afternoon tea, is surrounded by an intricate system of pulleys, levers, and machinery. The tea is poured effortlessly with a simple pull of a string, while a cake is served on a rotating tray. The fire is stoked with a foot pedal, ensuring a cozy atmosphere. The design's most intriguing feature is the passing Vicar, who can enter the room and announce himself by standing on a carefully placed vacuum pump. This whimsical invention not only adds to the room's charm but also showcases the ingenuity of Heath Robinson's imagination. This historical drawing room, with its blend of technology and humor, offers a glimpse into the past while also highlighting the enduring appeal of Heath Robinson's unique artistic vision. Experience the delightful fusion of form and function, where the needs of the family are met with the minimum of fuss and the maximum of entertainment. Heath Robinson's designs, characterized by their intricate machinery and witty humor, continue to inspire and captivate audiences today. This drawing room, in particular, stands out as a testament to the artist's ability to transform everyday tasks into delightful, servant-free experiences.
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