Antique Framed Print : Galloways rotary steam engine
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Galloways rotary steam engine
Engraving of Galloways rotary steam engine. The machine was extremely powerful for its size
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1847 Extremely Powerful Rotary Size Galloways
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.5cm x 24.4cm (8.1" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving showcases the impressive Galloways Rotary Steam Engine, a technological marvel of the 19th century. Measuring 21 inches in length and produced in December 1847, this engine was a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of the industrial revolution. The rotary design of the engine, a departure from the traditional reciprocating engines of the time, made it extremely powerful for its size. The Galloways Rotary Steam Engine was an import from the United States, where it was first developed by James and George Galloway in the early 1830s. The engine's unique design allowed for continuous rotation, making it particularly useful in various applications such as pumping water, powering textile mills, and even generating electricity. The intricate details of the engine are beautifully captured in this engraving, from the cylindrical boiler to the complex network of gears and rods that transferred power from the steam to the rotary crankshaft. The engine's large flywheel is also clearly visible, providing stability and smoothness to the engine's operation. The historical significance of the Galloways Rotary Steam Engine cannot be overstated. Its rotary design paved the way for the development of modern internal combustion engines and turbines, and its impact on industrialization was immense. This engraving serves as a reminder of the past and the remarkable progress that has been made in the field of engineering and technology.
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