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Clark Russell
CLARK RUSSELL naval engineer, associated with the Great Eastern. Date: 1844 - 1911
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Media ID 14103771
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14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" 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 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Clark Russell: Visionary Naval Engineer of the Late 19th Century This portrait captures the enigmatic figure of Clark Russell (1844-1911), a pioneering naval engineer whose groundbreaking innovations left an indelible mark on maritime history. Born in England in 1844, Russell's passion for engineering was ignited at an early age, leading him to study at the prestigious Chatham Dockyard. In the late 1800s, Russell's career reached new heights when he joined Isambard Kingdom Brunel's team at the Great Eastern Company. Here, he made a name for himself by designing and constructing some of the most advanced naval vessels of the era. Among his most notable achievements was the design of the SS Great Eastern, a colossal iron-hulled steamship that was the largest in the world at the time of its launch in 1858. Russell's innovative designs were characterized by their size, strength, and efficiency. He was a firm believer in the use of iron hulls, which offered greater protection against enemy fire and allowed for larger cargo capacities. His designs also incorporated advanced steam engines and propellers, which enabled ships to travel faster and farther than ever before. Despite the challenges of working in an era before computer-aided design and advanced manufacturing techniques, Russell's designs were meticulously detailed and executed with precision. His commitment to innovation and excellence earned him a reputation as one of the most respected naval engineers of his time. This photograph, taken in the late 19th century, captures Russell in the prime of his career. With a thoughtful expression and a keen gaze, he seems to be pondering the next great challenge in maritime engineering. Today, Russell's legacy lives on in the form of the modern vessels that continue to ply the world's waters, inspired by the groundbreaking designs of this visionary engineer.
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