Civil engineering board
Technical sheet taken from a work on civil engineering, from 1908: "Villegusien and Charmes reservoirs". Formerly mounted on miter. Fairly thin paper. engraving original from the period, it is not a reproduction.
Numerous figures representing the details and sections of the Villegusien and Charmes reservoirs, with detailed technical annotations showing cross-section profiles, geological sections, as well as plans and elevations related to the structures of the reservoirs. This plate illustrates the technical advancement in the field of civil engineering at the beginning of the 20th century, specifically in the design and construction of hydraulic infrastructure such as reservoirs. It testifies to the importance given to the management of water resources at that time.
Ideal for a loft, industrial, architectural type decoration, for anyone looking for originality and authenticity, or for any collector, engineer... To be framed for a better rendering. Quality shipping with appropriate protection, carried out by our company specializing in the sale of old engravings.
Dimensions: 35 x 49 cm
Please look carefully at the photos. Good conservation condition. Some foxing or light stains. Leaflet with central fold. The paper, thin, perhaps faded in places with possibly small tears on the margins. Other small common defects due to time or consultation are not listed in this description. Rare document. Slight transverse undulation in the center of the engraving .
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