Ulysse Valentin - Originele technische tekening – “Carburateur Solex 1914” - Ulysse Valentin
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This hand-signed original technical drawing by Ulysse Valentin depicts the 1914 Solex carburettor with precise detail, a valuable record of early automotive engineering.
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Original technical drawing – 'Carburateur Solex 1914' – Ulysse Valentin, École Professionnelle de Mécanique, Huy (Belgium), circa 1920
Very beautiful and rare original hand-drawn and hand-colored technical teaching plate, originating from the École Professionnelle de Mécanique – Automobile Section in Huy, under the leadership of Ulysse Valentin, professor of auto mechanics.
The drawing depicts a cross-section of the Solex carburetor (1914) — one of the most influential carburetors from the early 20th century, used in early automobiles such as Peugeot, Renault, and Delage.
The internal components are displayed with utmost precision, including:
the float chamber and fuel supply
the injector and air intake
the ball-shaped throttle valve mechanism
Two additional diagrams at the bottom with a detailed view of the carburetor Jarmat principle.
The drawing is skillfully executed in East Indian ink with hand-colored details in pink, blue, green, and purple. The original stamps of the school and the signature of Ulysse Valentin are clearly present.
Carburetor Solex – 1914
Period: approx. 1920
Origin: École Professionnelle de Mécanique – Section Automobile, Huy (Belgium)
Author: Ulysse Valentin, Professor of Automotive Mechanics
Technique: East Indian ink with manual coloring on drawing cardboard.
Dimensions: approximately 65 × 50 cm
Numbering: 'No 2¾' red stamped
Condition: good – light age spots, minimal edge traces, no cracks (see photos).
Details
Original hand-drawn technical blueprint from the interwar period.
Topic: Solex 1914 carburetor – early French fuel technology
Signed and stamped by Professor Ulysse Valentin.
Artistic and technical example of Belgian industrial heritage.
Rare educational document, suitable for collectors of historical technology.
Short biography of Ulysse Valentin
Ulysse Valentin (active from the early 20th century) was a professor of automotive engineering in Hoei and Marchin (Liège province, Belgium). He trained young technicians and driver-mechanics during a time when the automobile was still in full development. Valentin was known for his didactic approach, producing large and precise diagrams that helped students understand the workings of engines and vehicles.
His education reflects the transition from horse-drawn carriages to cars. The signatures and stamps on his students' drawings and diplomas make these documents valuable testimonies of the early history of motorsport in Wallonia.
Original technical drawing – 'Carburateur Solex 1914' – Ulysse Valentin, École Professionnelle de Mécanique, Huy (Belgium), circa 1920
Very beautiful and rare original hand-drawn and hand-colored technical teaching plate, originating from the École Professionnelle de Mécanique – Automobile Section in Huy, under the leadership of Ulysse Valentin, professor of auto mechanics.
The drawing depicts a cross-section of the Solex carburetor (1914) — one of the most influential carburetors from the early 20th century, used in early automobiles such as Peugeot, Renault, and Delage.
The internal components are displayed with utmost precision, including:
the float chamber and fuel supply
the injector and air intake
the ball-shaped throttle valve mechanism
Two additional diagrams at the bottom with a detailed view of the carburetor Jarmat principle.
The drawing is skillfully executed in East Indian ink with hand-colored details in pink, blue, green, and purple. The original stamps of the school and the signature of Ulysse Valentin are clearly present.
Carburetor Solex – 1914
Period: approx. 1920
Origin: École Professionnelle de Mécanique – Section Automobile, Huy (Belgium)
Author: Ulysse Valentin, Professor of Automotive Mechanics
Technique: East Indian ink with manual coloring on drawing cardboard.
Dimensions: approximately 65 × 50 cm
Numbering: 'No 2¾' red stamped
Condition: good – light age spots, minimal edge traces, no cracks (see photos).
Details
Original hand-drawn technical blueprint from the interwar period.
Topic: Solex 1914 carburetor – early French fuel technology
Signed and stamped by Professor Ulysse Valentin.
Artistic and technical example of Belgian industrial heritage.
Rare educational document, suitable for collectors of historical technology.
Short biography of Ulysse Valentin
Ulysse Valentin (active from the early 20th century) was a professor of automotive engineering in Hoei and Marchin (Liège province, Belgium). He trained young technicians and driver-mechanics during a time when the automobile was still in full development. Valentin was known for his didactic approach, producing large and precise diagrams that helped students understand the workings of engines and vehicles.
His education reflects the transition from horse-drawn carriages to cars. The signatures and stamps on his students' drawings and diplomas make these documents valuable testimonies of the early history of motorsport in Wallonia.
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Ulysse Valentin
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Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Originele technische tekening – “Carburateur Solex 1914” - Ulysse Valentin
Technique
Ink
Signature
Hand signed
Country of Origin
Belgium
Condition
Good condition
Height
70 cm
Width
50 cm
Period
1910-1920
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