Gezicht op de galerij met machines op de Wereldtentoonstelling van 1885 in Antwerpen before 1885

This anonymous engraving, created before 1885, depicts a view of the Machinery Gallery at the 1885 Antwerp World's Fair. The image provides a glimpse into the interior of the gallery, showing the intricate ironwork of the structure and the impressive array of machinery on display. The focus on the machinery, including a large clock tower, highlights the technological advancements of the era and the importance of industry in 19th-century society.