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The Britannia bridge
Three views of the Britannia bridge, which was built across the Menai strait between the island of Anglesey and the mainland of Wales. The bridge was begun in 1846 and completed in March 1850
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Media ID 4471319
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1849 1850 Anglesey Bridges Britannia Mainland Menai Stephenson Strait Tubular
20x30 inch Poster Print
"Experience the engineering marvel of the past with our Media Storehouse range of poster prints featuring the iconic Britannia Bridge. Captured in stunning detail from Mary Evans Prints Online, these three captivating views showcase the beauty and complexity of this historic structure. Built between 1846 and 1850, the Britannia Bridge spans the Menai Strait, connecting Anglesey Island to the mainland of Wales. Add a touch of history and elegance to your home or office with these high-quality poster prints, perfect for inspiring curiosity and igniting conversation."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Triumph of Engineering: Three Views of the Britannia Bridge, Connecting Anglesey Island to Mainland Wales (1846-1850)" The captivating trio of images showcases the iconic Britannia Bridge, an engineering marvel that spans the Menai Strait, the narrow waterway separating Anglesey Island from the mainland of Wales. Construction on this historic structure began in 1846 and was completed in March 1850. In the first photograph, we witness the bridge in its entirety, with the tubular suspension structure suspended gracefully over the strait. The bridge's impressive design, a collaboration between the visionary Robert Stephenson and the indomitable spirit of Victorian engineering, is a testament to the ingenuity and ambition of the time. The second image offers a closer look at the bridge's intricate details. The delicate balance of tension and compression, as well as the meticulous arrangement of cables and rods, are on full display. This vantage point underscores the immense complexity and precision required to build such a monumental structure. Lastly, the third image transports us to the construction site, where workers diligently toil to bring the bridge to life. The men in this photograph, dressed in their period attire, are a reminder of the human effort and determination that went into creating this engineering marvel. These evocative images offer a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to the 1840s and the remarkable story of the Britannia Bridge. This historical landmark, which connects the island of Anglesey to the mainland of Wales, continues to stand as a symbol of engineering prowess and a testament to the indomitable human spirit.
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