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The Great Eastern used during the creation of the Atlantic Telegraph, 1850
3330971 The Great Eastern used during the creation of the Atlantic Telegraph, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Great Eastern used during the creation of the Atlantic Telegraph. The men are laying the cable on board the Great Eastern'. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38459992
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
Atlantic Atlantic Ocean Atlantic Telegraph Faults Faulty Great Eastern Telegraph Telegraph Table Telegraph Telegraphy Telegraphist Telegraphy Transatlantic Telegraph Cable Undersea
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving captures a pivotal moment in history - the creation of the Atlantic Telegraph aboard the magnificent vessel, The 'Great Eastern', in 1850. As men work diligently to lay the cable that will revolutionize communication across the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean, we are transported back to a time when technological innovation was truly awe-inspiring.
The sheer scale and grandeur of The 'Great Eastern' is evident in this image, as it serves as both a workspace and a symbol of human ingenuity. The men depicted here are not just laying cable; they are forging connections that will bring continents closer together and change the way we communicate forever.
The challenges faced during this monumental project - from faulty equipment to treacherous undersea conditions - only add to the drama and excitement captured in this engraving. It is a testament to human perseverance and determination in the face of adversity.
As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we can't help but marvel at how far we have come since those early days of telegraphy. The legacy of The 'Great Eastern' lives on in our interconnected world today, reminding us of the power of technology to unite us across oceans and continents.
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