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Steam hercules, side elevation
Steam hercules, side elevation Date: 1846
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1846 Bridgewater Engineering Foundry Gaskell Hammer Machinery Nasmyth Tools
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the power and elegance of yesteryears' engineering with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Steam Hercules, Side Elevation," showcases the intricate details of a Steam Hercules engine, captured in 1846 by an unnamed artist, now available through Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring a stunning and vibrant representation of this historical masterpiece. Perfect for adding a touch of industrial charm to your home or office, or as a thoughtful gift for the history or engineering enthusiast in your life. Bring the past to life with Media Storehouse's 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 side elevation print, dated 1846, showcases the intricate design and engineering prowess of the Steam Hercules, a groundbreaking steam engine created by Henry Maudslay and William Fairbairn. The Steam Hercules, a masterpiece of the Industrial Revolution, was designed to provide power for various applications, including textile mills, iron foundries, and transportation. The print reveals the engine's impressive size and complexity, with its massive cylinders, pistons, and connecting rods. The steam hammer, an essential tool for metalworking, is also depicted in the foreground, illustrating the engine's versatility. The Steam Hercules was a significant advancement in steam engine technology due to its compact design, which made it more efficient and easier to transport compared to its predecessors. The Steam Hercules was born from the collaboration between two pioneering engineering companies, Maudslay, Son & Field and Fairbairn, Ransomes & Co. This partnership brought together the expertise of Henry Maudslay, known for his precision engineering, and William Fairbairn, a leading figure in the field of bridge construction and mechanical engineering. The print, produced by Nasmyth & Gaskell, one of the most prominent engineering print publishers of the time, offers a fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of this engineering marvel. The intricate details and precise lines showcase the skill and craftsmanship of the printmakers, making it an essential addition to any collection of industrial history or engineering art.
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