Framed Print : Steam navvy
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Steam navvy
Steam navvy used to make the new dock at Swansea. By the late nineteenth century, chores traditionally done by workmen were being performed by steam engines
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Media ID 4361518
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1881 22nd Chores Dock Engines Navvy Performed Swansea Traditionally Work Men
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Steam Navvy framed print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to the late 19th century, when the industrial revolution was in full swing. Steam Navvies were the unsung heroes who labored alongside steam engines to construct new docks and railways, revolutionizing transportation and infrastructure. In this powerful photograph, the determination and grit of these workers is palpable as they toil alongside the mighty steam engine. Bring the rich history of industrialization into your home or office with this beautifully framed print. Its high-quality finish and authentic presentation will make it a striking addition to any space, igniting conversations and inspiring curiosity. Our Media Storehouse framed prints are not only visually appealing but also a testament to the transformative power of innovation and human spirit. Order yours today and be a part of the story!
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
October 1881: A Steam Navvy at Work on Swansea's New Dock This evocative photograph captures the backbreaking labor of a steam navvy as he toils to extend Swansea's dock in the late nineteenth century. The steam navvy was a new addition to the dockyard scene, as traditional chores once performed by workmen were increasingly being taken over by steam engines. By this time, the industrial revolution had transformed the way that docks were built and operated. Steam-powered cranes, dredgers, and other machinery had already made significant inroads into dock work, but the construction of new docks still required the manual labor of navvies to excavate the land and shape the dock walls. The steam navvy in this image is shown operating a steam-powered shovel, which was used to move large quantities of earth and rock. The steam engine, located off to the side, provided the power to operate the shovel's pistons and rods. The navvy's task was to load the shovel with soil, which was then transported to the dockside to be used to build up the land. The photograph was taken on the 22nd of October, 1881, and is a testament to the hard work and determination of the men who built and maintained the docks during this period. The steam navvy's role was a crucial one, as the expansion of docks was essential for the import and export of goods, which fueled the growth of industries and cities. This photograph is a historical record of a bygone era, when the power of steam engines began to transform the way that labor-intensive tasks were performed. It is a reminder of the ingenuity and perseverance of the workers who built and operated the docks, and the vital role they played in the economic and industrial development of Swansea and other port towns during the late nineteenth century.
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