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Trevithicks Steam Car
Trevithicks first passenger- carrying steam carriage looks pretty much like a railway locomotive: it runs at Camborne, Cornwall
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1801 Camborne Carriages Locomotive Runs Trevithicks
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 13.8cm x 23.7cm (5.4" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This image transports us back in time to the early days of transportation history, specifically to Camborne, Cornwall in Britain, where Richard Trevithick's groundbreaking invention, the first passenger-carrying steam carriage, came to life. Dated back to 1801, this steam wonder, which looks remarkably like a miniature railway locomotive, represents a significant milestone in the annals of transport history. The steam carriage, a marvel of engineering, was a precursor to the railway locomotives that would come to dominate transportation in the following decades. Trevithick's invention, which could carry passengers, marked a turning point in the way people and goods were moved from place to place. The steam carriage in this photograph appears powerful and robust, with its large, cylindrical boiler and intricate machinery. The steam engine, which was fueled by coal, generated the power needed to move the carriage, propelling it forward with impressive speed for the time. The setting of this historical photograph is Camborne, a town in Cornwall that played a pivotal role in the Industrial Revolution. The town's rich mineral resources and strategic location made it an ideal place for the development of steam-powered transportation. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of the past. It reminds us of the incredible progress that has been made in transportation over the centuries and the vital role that Cornwall and its pioneers, like Trevithick, have played in shaping our modern world. In conclusion, this photograph of Trevithick's steam carriage is not only a beautiful and intriguing piece of history but also a reminder of the transformative power of human ingenuity and the spirit of innovation that continues to drive progress in transportation and beyond.
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