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Poster Print : THE TWO MENAI BRIDGES
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THE TWO MENAI BRIDGES
The two Menai bridges - the suspension road bridge built by Telford, opened January 1826; and the tubular railway bridge by Stephenson and Fairbairn, opened 1850. Date: 1850
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Media ID 20156231
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1826 1850 Bridges Fairbairn Menai Opened Stephenson Suspension Telford Tubular Viaducts January
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Experience the historic beauty of The Two Menai Bridges with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse, in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the architectural marvels of Thomas Telford's suspension road bridge from 1826 and Robert Stephenson and William Fairbairn's tubular railway bridge from 1850, masterfully captured in this captivating image. Bring the rich history of these iconic structures into your home or office and relive the engineering marvels of the past with every glance."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 photograph, taken in 1850, showcases the breathtaking view of the Menai Straits in Wales, where two engineering marvels of the Victorian era stand proudly - the suspension road bridge designed by Thomas Telford and the tubular railway bridge engineered by Robert Stephenson and John Frederick Fairbairn. The older of the two structures, the Menai Suspension Bridge, was a groundbreaking achievement when it opened in January 1826. Designed by the renowned Scottish civil engineer Thomas Telford, it was the longest suspension bridge in the world at the time, spanning the Menai Straits and connecting the island of Anglesey to the mainland. Its elegant design, featuring two towers and a graceful suspension deck, revolutionized transportation and reduced travel time between the two sides. The second bridge, the Menai Railway Bridge, was a more recent addition to the landscape, having been opened just ten years prior to this photograph. Engineered by the legendary partnership of Robert Stephenson and John Frederick Fairbairn, this tubular bridge was a significant improvement over earlier designs. The bridge's innovative tubular construction, which utilized iron hoops and radial ribs, allowed for a lighter and more flexible structure, making it more resilient to the harsh conditions of the straits. Together, these two bridges represent the pinnacle of engineering achievement during the Victorian era, symbolizing the relentless human drive to conquer nature and connect communities. Their enduring presence continues to captivate visitors and inspire awe, standing as testament to the ingenuity and vision of their creators.
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