Premium Framed Print : The electric wire at Cape Grinez
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The electric wire at Cape Grinez
The first submarine electric telegraphic despatch from Dover to Cape Grinez, near Calais. The image shows a view of Cape Grinez, taking the wire up the cliff. After arriving in France however, the cable failed and it was discovered that a French fisherman had hauled up the wire with his catch, and cut it
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Media ID 4400381
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1850 Arriving Cable Calais Cape Cliff Despatch Dover Electric Experiment Rocks Submarine Taking Telegraph Telegraphic Wire
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a pivotal moment in the history of telecommunications - the first submarine electric telegraphic despatch from Dover to Cape Grinez, near Calais. The image showcases the rugged beauty of Cape Grinez as it takes us on a journey up the cliff where the electric wire was laid.
In 1850, this groundbreaking experiment marked a significant milestone in connecting England and France through underwater cables. However, what was meant to be a historic achievement quickly turned into an unexpected twist when the cable mysteriously failed upon arriving in France. It was later discovered that a mischievous French fisherman had inadvertently hauled up the wire along with his catch and cut it!
The photograph not only highlights the scientific advancements of its time but also serves as a reminder of how even the most well-planned endeavors can face unforeseen challenges. The juxtaposition of nature's raw beauty with man-made technology creates a visually striking scene that is both historical and intriguing.
As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an era where innovation and exploration were at their peak, making us appreciate how far we have come in our quest for connectivity across borders and oceans.
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