Poster Print : Steam engine for the Hon Lord Penrhyn, Jamaica
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Steam engine for the Hon Lord Penrhyn, Jamaica
Plan of a steam engine for the Ho Lord Penryn, Jamaica Date: 1796
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Media ID 7188867
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Steam engine poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite piece of historical art showcases an intricately detailed plan of a steam engine, specifically designed for the Hon. Lord Penrhyn in Jamaica, dated 1796. Originally sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights managed image transports you back in time to the dawn of the Industrial Revolution. Add this stunning print to your workspace, den, or living space to ignite conversations and inspire creativity. With its intricate lines and rich historical significance, this print is an excellent addition to any decor. Bring a piece of industrial history into your home or office with the Media Storehouse Steam engine poster print.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing print depicts an early design for a steam engine, specifically created for the Hon. Lord Penrhyn of Jamaica in the year 1796. The engine, designed by James Watt and manufactured by the renowned Boulton & Watt Company, represents a significant milestone in the history of transportation. The steam engine, a marvel of the Industrial Revolution, was a game-changer in the field of transportation, enabling the efficient and reliable movement of heavy loads over long distances. In the context of Jamaica, this engine would have been particularly valuable for the plantation economy, which relied heavily on the transportation of raw materials and finished goods. The detailed illustration showcases the inner workings of the engine, with its boiler, cylinder, piston, and connecting rod all clearly visible. The steam engine operated by heating water in the boiler, creating steam which then pushed the piston back and forth, resulting in linear motion that could be harnessed to turn wheels or other machinery. This steam engine was likely intended for use on a plantation, possibly to power a sugar mill or other industrial process. The print provides a fascinating glimpse into the technological innovation of the time and the ways in which it was applied to the specific needs of a colonial economy. The collaboration between Watt and Boulton & Watt, two of the most influential figures in the steam engine industry, resulted in the creation of an engine that would revolutionize transportation and industry, paving the way for the modern world we know today.
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