Distillation apparatus, 19th century
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Distillation apparatus, 19th century
Distillation apparatus, 19th century cutaway artwork. This is the system developed by the French distiller Isaac Berard circa 1805. The liquid to be distilled was heated in a vat (left), with the vapours passing through a series of condensers (upper right). The distillate was collected in a cooling vat (lower right). In the early years of the 19th century, a great number of distillation patents were filed by French distillers and winemakers. Engraving from Grands Hommes et Grands Faits de l Industrie (Great Men and Great Facts of Industry), published in France circa 1880
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This print showcases a 19th-century distillation apparatus, revealing the intricate system developed by French distiller Isaac Berard around 1805. The artwork provides a cutaway view of this historical technology, shedding light on the process of separating liquids through heat. In the left corner of the image, we observe a large vat where the liquid to be distilled is heated. As vapors rise from this vessel, they pass through a series of condensers located in the upper right section. These condensers play a crucial role in cooling down and transforming these vapors back into liquid form. The lower right part of the print features a cooling vat where the final product, known as distillate, is collected. This ingenious apparatus represents just one example among numerous distillation patents filed by French distillers and winemakers during that era. Published in France circa 1880 as part of "Grands Hommes et Grands Faits de l'Industrie" (Great Men and Great Facts of Industry), this engraving offers us an intriguing glimpse into both technological advancements and industrial history. It serves as a testament to France's rich heritage in alcohol production and highlights how innovation played an essential role in refining spirits and liqueurs. With its meticulous attention to detail, this monochrome illustration captures not only scientific precision but also artistic beauty. It stands as a remarkable piece that celebrates both human ingenuity and historical progress within the drinks industry.
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