I like photos of antique machines, that people have seem to forgotten. I'm sure at one time these cranes were state of the art and would have been something to see in actions. I particularly like the shadow below the crane in the first image. Nice capture.
Ed and Lowell you are both correct. That first crane is completely functional, but the second is still a project waiting to happen. The working Bucyrus Erie crane will be used to replace the rebuild GM diesel motor shown earlier into another crane not posted here. A restoration specialist just retired from his museum curators position, but he is far from retired from restoring antique machinery.
You do certainly seem to have a knack for locating interesting and beautiful machines. The shadow in the first dhot reminds me of a baby bird standing atop a cage of ice cubes. Can you see it?
I saw your comment on the musical boat post and came to see what you have. Interesting and unusual stuff you have found! I like your view of your world.
I like photos of antique machines, that people have seem to forgotten. I'm sure at one time these cranes were state of the art and would have been something to see in actions. I particularly like the shadow below the crane in the first image. Nice capture.
ReplyDeleteLooks like the first one is still functioning and the other is in a graveyard, having done its duty!
ReplyDeleteEd and Lowell you are both correct. That first crane is completely functional, but the second is still a project waiting to happen. The working Bucyrus Erie crane will be used to replace the rebuild GM diesel motor shown earlier into another crane not posted here. A restoration specialist just retired from his museum curators position, but he is far from retired from restoring antique machinery.
ReplyDeleteYou do certainly seem to have a knack for locating interesting and beautiful machines. The shadow in the first dhot reminds me of a baby bird standing atop a cage of ice cubes. Can you see it?
ReplyDeleteOK, I see the baby bird in the shadow, but a cage of ice cubes? Perhaps. Imagination is strange and wonderful. Life would be dull without it.
DeleteI like the shadows in the first.
ReplyDeleteOld machinery is so interesting to me, I love these photos.
ReplyDeleteGreat post in B&W. Nr. 1 is my favorite!
ReplyDeleteEveryone like the first picture. That is a learning experience.
DeleteI agree with the others. I think the shadow adds a lot to the top photo.
ReplyDeleteI like the shadow in the first shot too.
ReplyDeleteI saw your comment on the musical boat post and came to see what you have. Interesting and unusual stuff you have found! I like your view of your world.
ReplyDeleteGreat shot, and its a good black and white effect to :0) Have a nice weekend :0)
ReplyDeleteI love this old machines. Lovely photos.
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