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J Nasmyths patent steam hammer, front elevation
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "J Nasmyth's Patent Steam Hammer, Front Elevation" canvas print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite piece showcases the intricate design of this historical invention, brought to life through the high-quality canvas printing process. With meticulous attention to detail, every cog, wheel, and piston is rendered in stunning clarity. A must-have for industrial history enthusiasts and art collectors, this canvas print adds an air of sophistication and character to any space. Experience the fusion of history and art with Media Storehouse's "J Nasmyth's Patent Steam Hammer, Front Elevation" canvas print.
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 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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 print depicts the front elevation of James Nasmyth's groundbreaking invention, the Patent Steam Hammer, a pivotal development in the realm of machinery and engineering. The steam hammer, which revolutionized the foundry industry, was designed and built by James Nasmyth and Edward Bessey in 1842. The hammer, with its imposing size and intricate mechanical components, is a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of the Victorian era. The steam hammer, which measures approximately 1.5 meters in height, is composed of a series of interconnected rods and cylinders, driven by high-pressure steam. The hammer head, which weighs around 112 kilograms, is raised and lowered with incredible force, enabling the forging of large metal components with unprecedented precision and efficiency. The image reveals the hammer's intricate machinery, with its boiler, steam chest, and connecting rods all clearly visible. The hammer's large flywheel, which stores energy and releases it in a controlled manner to power the hammer head, is also prominently featured. The print also highlights the hammer's impressive size and the impressive scale of the surrounding workshop, with its high ceilings and large windows, which were necessary to accommodate the hammer and the large pieces of metal being forged. The steam hammer was a significant advancement in transportation technology, as it enabled the mass production of metal components for the railway industry, bridges, and other large-scale engineering projects. The invention of the steam hammer marked a turning point in the history of manufacturing, paving the way for the Industrial Revolution and the modern factory system.
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