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Canvas Print : Sir Edward Watkin (Ape)
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Sir Edward Watkin (Ape)
SIR EDWARD WATKIN engineer, railway promoter, chairman of the Channel Tunnel Company
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1819 Chairman Channel Engineer Promoter Tunnel Watkin 1901
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Sir Edward Watkin (Ape)" canvas print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This extraordinary image showcases Sir Edward Watkin, a renowned engineer and railway promoter, in an intriguing and unique pose with an ape. The vivid, high-quality canvas print brings the rich details and authentic textures of this historical photograph to life. Perfectly suited for adding character and depth to any room, this captivating print is sure to spark conversation and inspire curiosity. Elevate your home décor with a piece of history that's as timeless as the legacy of Sir Edward Watkin himself.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 22.9cm x 30.5cm (9" x 12")
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.
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Sir Edward Watkin (1819-1901), an esteemed English engineer and railway promoter, is depicted in this photograph. Known as 'Ape' due to his physical resemblance to the primate, Watkin's innovative spirit and tenacious determination left an indelible mark on the history of transportation. Born in London, Watkin's early career began in the military, but he soon turned his attention to the burgeoning railway industry. He rose through the ranks, becoming a key figure in the development of the Metropolitan Railway, the world's first underground railway. In 1865, he was appointed as the chairman of the Metropolitan Railway Company, a position he held until 1877. Watkin's ambitions, however, extended far beyond the confines of London. He envisioned a tunnel connecting England and France, a project that would revolutionize travel between the two countries. In 1881, he established the Channel Tunnel Company with the aim of realizing this dream. Despite facing numerous challenges and setbacks, Watkin remained committed to the project, and in 1901, the company made significant progress, drilling the first tunnel shafts. Watkin's vision of a tunnel under the English Channel was a bold one, and though it was not completed during his lifetime, it paved the way for future generations to continue the work. This photograph captures Sir Edward Watkin in the prime of his career, a man driven by his passion for engineering and his belief in the transformative power of transportation infrastructure. This evocative image, taken in 1901, offers a glimpse into the life of a man who dared to dream big and left an indelible mark on the annals of transportation history.
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