Jigsaw Puzzle : Anvil and base plate for 80 cwt steam hammer

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Anvil and base plate for 80 cwt steam hammer

Anvil and base plate for 80 cwt steam hammer, plan, elevation and details Date: 1850

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1850 Bridgewater Engineering Foundry Gaskell Hammer Machinery Nasmyth Tools

Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)

Discover the captivating world of industrial history with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzle collection. This intricately detailed puzzle features an Anvil and Base Plate for an 80 cwt Steam Hammer, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. Dated back to 1850, this puzzle is a perfect blend of history and entertainment. Immerse yourself in the intricacies of this engineering marvel as you piece together the plan, elevation, and details of this massive steam hammer. With a multitude of intricately designed parts, this puzzle is sure to provide hours of engaging challenge for puzzle enthusiasts of all ages. Bring a piece of the past into your home and enjoy the satisfaction of completing this historical jigsaw puzzle.

Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)

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Estimated Product Size is 40.5cm x 50.8cm (15.9" x 20")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
Anvil and Base Plate for an 80 cwt Steam Hammer: A Peek into the Past of Engineering and Metalworking This image showcases the intricate design of an anvil and base plate for an 80 cwt (hundredweight) steam hammer, a powerful tool that was widely used in foundries and machine shops during the Industrial Revolution. The steam hammer, with its impressive size and might, was a testament to the engineering prowess of the era. The anvil, a crucial component of the steam hammer, is depicted in the foreground. Its massive body, made of hardened steel, is designed to withstand the immense force generated by the steam hammer. The curved shape of the anvil's face, or working surface, is ideal for forging and shaping metal. The base plate, located behind the anvil, provides a stable foundation for the entire setup. The steam hammer, not visible in this image, would have been connected to the base plate via a series of rods and linkages. The hammer would be raised and dropped with great force using steam power, allowing blacksmiths to shape and mold metal with ease. This illustration, dated back to 1850, offers a glimpse into the world of nasmyth and gaskell, pioneers in the field of engineering and metalworking. Their innovations in steam power and machinery revolutionized the transportation industry, enabling the mass production of goods and the construction of iconic structures like bridges and railways. The intricate details of the anvil and base plate, from the rivets holding the plate together to the intricate patterns on the surface, speak to the meticulous craftsmanship of the time. This image serves as a reminder of the ingenuity and determination of the engineers and blacksmiths who shaped the industrial landscape of the 19th century.

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