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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
18"x14" Modern Frame
Bring historical engineering to life with our exquisite Media Storehouse Framed Prints. This particular piece showcases a captivating cross section of boilers from the year 1795, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. The intricate details of this rights managed image offer a glimpse into the past, making it an excellent addition to any industrial or historical decor. Our high-quality frames complement the print, preserving its beauty and authenticity for years to come.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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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