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Metal Print : Wolseley hydroplane, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
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Wolseley hydroplane, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Wolseley hydroplane, 1912. The Wolseley Motors company, a British motor vehicle manufacturer founded in early 1901 by Vickers, also built marine power-units for a variety of watercraft. At first engines for launches were made in partnership with the well-known manufacturers, the Teddington Launch Works, to supply the launches. Demand for marine engines grew and Wolseley also designed and manufactured engines for hydroplanes, cruisers, passenger ferries and lifeboats. Many of the larger vessels were built by S. E. Saunders Ltd. at Cowes, Isle-of-Wight. The 120-hp V8 units for hydroplanes were of very advanced design, where weight was critical, and so required considerable development work
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16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our vintage Wolseley Hydroplane Metal Print from Media Storehouse. This striking image, captured by Kirk & Sons of Cowes from Heritage Images, showcases the Wolseley Motors Company's innovative hydroplane from 1912. Known for their expertise in automotive engineering, Wolseley also built powerful marine units for watercraft. Bring the rich history of hydroplane racing into your home or office with this beautifully crafted metal print. Its sleek, durable design adds a unique and captivating touch to any space.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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.
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This print showcases the Wolseley hydroplane, a remarkable creation by Kirk & Sons of Cowes in 1912. The Wolseley Motors company, renowned for its British motor vehicles, extended its expertise to marine power-units for various watercraft. Initially collaborating with Teddington Launch Works to supply engines for launches, the demand for marine engines grew rapidly. As a result, Wolseley ventured into designing and manufacturing engines not only for launches but also hydroplanes, cruisers, passenger ferries, and lifeboats. The advanced design of the 120-hp V8 units specifically tailored for hydroplanes was crucial due to weight limitations. This necessitated extensive development work by William Umpleby Kirk and Edgar WP Kirk of Kirk & Sons of Cowes. Many larger vessels utilizing these cutting-edge engines were constructed by S. E. Saunders Ltd. , located at Cowes on the Isle-of-Wight. Captured in this photograph is the starboard bow view of the sleek Wolseley hydroplane as it gracefully glides through The Solent waters off England's coast. Its streamlined hull exudes elegance while showcasing the fusion between automotive engineering and nautical prowess. This image serves as a testament to both technological innovation and craftsmanship during the early 20th century. It symbolizes an era when transportation boundaries were pushed beyond roads onto vast bodies of water – where speed became paramount in achieving new feats on both land and sea.
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