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Sir Mark Isambard Brunel (1769-1849) c. 1835 (oil on canvas) (b&w photo)
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Sir Mark Isambard Brunel (1769-1849) c. 1835 (oil on canvas) (b&w photo)
XJF115857 Sir Mark Isambard Brunel (1769-1849) c.1835 (oil on canvas) (b&w photo) by Drummond, Samuel (1765-1844); 127x101.6 cm; National Portrait Gallery, London, UK; (add.info.: invented method of making ships blocks and installed machinery at Portsmouth dockyard; invented knitting machine and timber bending machine; ); British, out of copyright
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Entrepreneur Glasses Inventor Kingdom Lamp Mark Spectacles Thames Tunnel Tunnel Sawmills
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This photograph captures the essence of Sir Mark Isambard Brunel, a renowned British inventor and engineer. Painted by Samuel Drummond in approximately 1835, this oil on canvas portrait showcases Brunel's distinguished features and intellectual prowess. Seated on a regal chair, Brunel exudes confidence and authority. His spectacles rest upon his nose, symbolizing his keen eye for detail and precision. As an entrepreneur ahead of his time, he revolutionized shipbuilding with his innovative method of making ships blocks and introduced groundbreaking machinery at Portsmouth dockyard. Beyond maritime engineering, Brunel's genius extended to other fields as well. He invented the knitting machine that transformed textile production and the timber bending machine that revolutionized woodworking techniques. These inventions solidified his status as one of Britain's most influential inventors. The portrait also alludes to Brunel's remarkable achievements in tunneling technology. Notably, he designed the tunnelling shield used in constructing the Thames Tunnel – an engineering marvel during its time. Additionally, sawmills depicted in the painting represent another area where Brunel left an indelible mark. As we gaze upon this remarkable image captured by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder, we are transported back to a time when innovation was revered above all else. Sir Mark Isambard Brunel remains immortalized through this powerful portrayal – a testament to his lasting impact on British history and beyond.
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