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Boulton and Watt waggon-head boilers
Sections of the Boulton and Watt waggon-head boilers erected at the East London Water Works Date: 1842
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1842 Boilers Boulton Bridgewater Foundry Gaskell Nasmyth Pumping Watt Wicksteed
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Step back in time with our stunning Media Storehouse Canvas Print featuring the Boulton and Watt waggon-head boilers, an iconic engineering marvel from the past. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and dated 1842, showcases the intricate details of these historic steam engines that revolutionized the industrial age. Bring the rich history of steam power into your home or office with our premium, gallery-wrapped canvas prints, expertly printed with vibrant colors and sharp resolution to bring out every detail of this remarkable image."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 photograph print depicts sections of Boulton and Watt waggon-head boilers, erected at the East London Water Works in the year 1842. The Boulton and Watt Steam Engine Company, founded by James Watt and Matthew Boulton in 1775, revolutionized the industrial world with their innovative steam engines. By the early 19th century, their engines were being used not only for textile manufacturing but also for pumping water, as seen in this image. The waggon-head boilers, named for their shape resembling an inverted wagon wheel, were a significant improvement over earlier designs. They featured a larger firebox and a more efficient design, allowing for greater steam production and improved efficiency. The boilers were also portable, making them ideal for use in various applications, including water transport and pumping. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a visual representation of the technological advancements that shaped the industrial revolution. The intricate details of the boiler sections, from the rounded edges to the riveted seams, are a testament to the craftsmanship and engineering prowess of the time. Notable figures in the steam engine industry, such as Henry Maudslay, Joseph Bramah, James Nasmyth, and Edward Gaskell, contributed to the development and refinement of these boilers. Their innovations paved the way for the widespread use of steam power in transportation, manufacturing, and other industries. This photograph print is a valuable historical record, offering insights into the technological advancements of the past and the pioneers who made them possible. It serves as a reminder of the ingenuity and determination that drove the industrial revolution and continues to inspire innovation today.
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