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Watts rotary engine
Watts rotary engine. Historical artwork of part of a steam engine designed by the British engineer James Watt (1736-1819). It was the first engine to give rotary rather than pumping motion and opened up the possibility of using steam for transport. The rotary design was patented in 1769. Watt coined the term horsepower to describe how powerful his engines were. Watts engines were used to pump water from mines and to drive looms in textile mills. Published in History and progress of the steam engine, England, 1830
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Media ID 6468121
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1830 18th Drawing Eighteenth Century Engineering History Of Science Horse Power James Progress Scot Land Scottish Sketch Steam Engine Watt Mono Chrome
20"x24" (61x51cm) Metal Print
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 60.9cm x 50.8cm (24" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 51.4cm (24.2" x 20.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the groundbreaking Watts rotary engine, a pivotal invention in the history of steam power. Created by renowned British engineer James Watt, this historical artwork depicts a part of the revolutionary engine that transformed the industrial landscape of 18th-century Britain. Watt's ingenious design marked a significant departure from traditional pumping engines by introducing rotary motion. This breakthrough opened up new possibilities for utilizing steam as a means of transportation, forever changing the course of technological progress. Patented in 1769, this remarkable creation laid the foundation for modern engineering principles and propelled Britain into an era of unprecedented industrial growth. The illustration beautifully captures the intricate details and craftsmanship involved in Watt's pioneering work. It serves as a testament to his ingenuity and technical prowess, showcasing how his engines were employed to pump water from mines and drive looms in textile mills across Scotland and England. Moreover, it was Watt who coined the term "horsepower" to quantify just how powerful these engines were—an enduring legacy still used today. Published in 1830 as part of "History and Progress of the Steam Engine" this timeless piece offers us a glimpse into an era where science merged seamlessly with artistry to shape our world.
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