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HMS Sphinx (steam paddleboat)
HMS Sphinx (steam paddleboat) 1846 engine model Date: 1846
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of HMS Sphinx, the historic steam paddleboat from 1846. This stunning print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intricate details of the engine model that revolutionized naval warfare. Bring the rich maritime history into your home or office with this beautiful and authentic piece of art. Rights Managed through Media Storehouse ensures the highest quality and authenticity for your collection.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image showcases the HMS Sphinx, a historic steam-powered paddleboat that graced the waters of the late 1800s. Constructed in 1846, the Sphinx was a marvel of engineering innovation, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of maritime transportation. The ship, named after the enigmatic Egyptian statue, was designed by the renowned British naval architect, John Penn. The intricately detailed engine model in the foreground of the photograph offers a glimpse into the mechanical heart of the Sphinx. The steam engine, with its sprawling network of pipes and valves, was the driving force behind the paddleboat's impressive speed and power. The engine's ability to convert thermal energy into mechanical energy propelled the Sphinx through the water, leaving a wake of progress in its trail. The HMS Sphinx was a testament to the ingenuity and ambition of the Victorian era. Its sleek design, powerful engine, and innovative paddlewheel system set new standards for steam-powered transportation on water. The ship's impact on maritime history was far-reaching, paving the way for the development of larger and more advanced steamships that would revolutionize the way goods and people were transported across vast bodies of water. This photograph, taken in the late 1800s, captures a moment in time when the world was on the cusp of a new era of transportation. The HMS Sphinx, with its striking design and advanced engineering, stands as a symbol of human curiosity, determination, and the relentless pursuit of progress.
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