Antique Framed Print : Matthew Boulton (1728-1809). Colored engraving
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Matthew Boulton (1728-1809). Colored engraving
Matthew Boulton (1728-1809). English manufacturer. Engraving by John W. Hall after a portrait by Sir W. Beechy. 19th century. Colored
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Boulton Businessman Curly Engineer Fellow Frill Industrialist Lunar Manufacturer Matthew Revolution Vest Waistcoat Beechy
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 20.4cm x 24.4cm (8" 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
1. Title: "Matthew Boulton (1728-1809): A Pioneering Figure of the British Industrial Revolution" This colored engraving depicts Matthew Boulton (1728-1809), a prominent Englishman and a pivotal figure during the Industrial Revolution in Great Britain. The portrait, skillfully engraved by John W. Hall after a painting by Sir Joshua Reynolds Beechy, captures Boulton's contemporary elegance and intellectual curiosity. Born in Birmingham, England, in 1728, Boulton rose to prominence as a manufacturer, engineer, and entrepreneur. He is best known for his innovative partnership with James Watt, which led to the development of the steam engine, a game-changer in the industrial sector. Boulton's contributions extended beyond engineering, as he was also a fellow of the Royal Society and a respected member of the Lunar Society, a group of enlightened thinkers and inventors. In this image, Boulton is depicted wearing a fashionable waistcoat and frilled vest, with his curly hair neatly styled. His age is suggested by the lines on his face and the graying at his temples. The engraving, produced in the 19th century, serves as a testament to Boulton's enduring impact on British history. Boulton's influence on the industrial landscape of Great Britain was significant, as he championed the use of interchangeable parts, mass production, and precision engineering. His legacy continues to inspire generations of innovators and entrepreneurs, making this engraving not only a historical artifact but also an enduring symbol of human ingenuity and progress.
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