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Cross section of the boilers
Cross section of the boilers Date: 1795
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1795 Automobile Boiler Boilers Boulton Grimshaw Hills Rope Scar Watt Webster
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the fascinating world of 18th-century engineering with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating cross section of boilers, dated 1795, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into the intricate mechanisms that revolutionized the industrial landscape. Each print is meticulously reproduced to preserve the rich details and textures of the original, ensuring a stunning addition to your home or office decor. Experience the beauty and history of this engineering marvel with our high-quality Fine Art Prints.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 print, dated 1795, showcases a cross section view of early steam boilers, a groundbreaking invention that revolutionized transportation and industry. The intricate design of these boilers, depicted here with a scarf-wearing figure for scale, represents a significant milestone in the history of automobile manufacturing and motor technology. James Watt, a Scottish inventor, is credited with the major improvements to the Newcomen atmospheric engine, transforming it into the Watt steam engine. This innovation, which was more efficient and practical, paved the way for the widespread use of steam power. The boilers, designed by Thomas Newcomen and later enhanced by James Watt, were essential components of the steam engine. They were responsible for generating steam by heating water, which in turn powered the piston and crankshaft, creating mechanical energy. The boilers were fueled by coal, which was burned in a firebox to produce heat. The steam produced was then directed to the engine cylinder through a series of pipes and valves. The steam pressure would push the piston, causing a reciprocating motion that could be harnessed to perform various tasks, from pumping water to powering textile mills. This print, produced by the Webster & Hill Company, provides a fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of these early boilers. The intricate details, such as the rope seals and the various valves, offer a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the time. The boilers, with their bulky and complex appearance, contrast sharply with the sleek and streamlined engines of today, yet they represent the foundation upon which modern automobile and industrial technology was built.
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