Onderdelen van een stoomlocomotief before 1871

"Onderdelen van een stoomlocomotief" (Parts of a Steam Locomotive), a photograph by George Gardner Rockwood taken before 1871, depicts an array of metallic parts from a steam locomotive arranged on a table, demonstrating a fascination with the emerging technology of the Industrial Revolution. This small-scale work (135 mm x 222 mm) embodies the meticulous detail and sharp focus characteristic of Rockwood's photographic style, a pioneer of early photography in the United States. This image, a testament to the advancements of the 19th century, provides a glimpse into the intricate mechanics of a steam locomotive, showcasing Rockwood's interest in both technical and artistic representations of his time.