DVD Two Hundred Years of Industry in Le Creusot: A History by the François Bourdon Academy

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Description

This DVD titled Deux Cents Ans d’Industrie au Creusot (Two Hundred Years of Industry in Le Creusot) is published by the Académie François Bourdon. The cover features a visual dominated by a stylized illustration of a machine or industrial structure, on a blue and purple background, evoking the world of metallurgy and heavy industry. Several black and white archival photographs are also visible on the cover, showing industrial installations, a workshop, a locomotive, and technical drawings of industrial equipment.

The logo of the Académie François Bourdon is in the upper left corner of the cover, as well as the mention of the Fondation Arts et Métiers. The inscription "DVD Video" appears in the lower left corner, confirming that it is a video support in DVD format.

The front of the case, the only part visible here, is in good overall condition, with no apparent signs of impact or major scratches. The colors of the cover are well preserved, with a marked contrast between the graphic elements and the period photographs.

This documentary DVD retraces the industrial history of Le Creusot, an emblematic site of metallurgy and industrial development in France. It is aimed at anyone wishing to deepen their knowledge of this industrial heritage, through archival images, technical drawings, and visual testimonies relating to two centuries of innovation and production.

The standard black case has a glossy finish on the visible side. No major defects are observable on the outer cover.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible cover is clean and well-preserved, with no tears or notable stains. The case has a glossy surface with some minor signs of use visible in the light.

Did you know? Le Creusot, in Burgundy, is a historical hub of French steelmaking. From the 19th century, the city became famous for its large forges, its locomotives, and its industrial innovations, particularly driven by the Schneider family. The Académie François Bourdon has been working for several decades to preserve and promote this technical and human heritage.

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