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Richard March Hoe
General RICHARD MARCH HOE American inventor of printing machinery, including the rotary or lightning press 1847, the web press and the web-perfecting press. Date: 1812 - 1886
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1812 1847 1886 Including Inventor Lightning Machinery Press Printing Rotary
22"x18" Modern Frame
Bring history to life with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece features the portrait of Richard March Hoe, an American inventor whose innovations revolutionized the printing industry. Known for his creation of the rotary press in 1847, web press, and web-perfecting press, Hoe's ingenuity transformed the way information was disseminated. This beautifully preserved image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a testament to the rich history of printing technology. Add this Framed Print to your home or office for a touch of historical inspiration and intrigue.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image showcases General Richard March Hoe, an American inventor whose groundbreaking innovations revolutionized the world of printing. Born in 1812, Hoe is best known for his invention of the rotary or lightning press in 1847. This remarkable machinery represented a significant leap forward in printing technology, enabling the production of newspapers and books at an unprecedented speed and efficiency. The rotary press, as depicted in this photograph, featured a cylindrical printing plate that could be inked and rolled onto paper as it was continuously fed through the machine. This design eliminated the need for individual printing plates for each page, significantly reducing the time and labor required for the printing process. However, Hoe's inventive spirit did not stop there. He continued to innovate, developing the web press and the web-perfecting press in the late 1800s. The web press allowed for the continuous feeding of paper, further increasing the printing speed, while the web-perfecting press ensured that each page was printed with perfect registration, ensuring that text and images aligned correctly. General Richard March Hoe's inventions transformed the printing industry, paving the way for mass production of printed materials and making information more accessible to the masses. His legacy continues to be celebrated in the world of printing and technology, and his innovations remain the foundation for modern printing machinery.
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