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Isambard Kingdom Brunel beside the Great Eastern, c1857. Artist: Robert Howlett
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Isambard Kingdom Brunel beside the Great Eastern, c1857. Artist: Robert Howlett
Isambard Kingdom Brunel beside the Great Eastern, c1857. Brunel (1806-1859) proposed to the Eastern Steam Navigation Company the construction of a steamship five or six times the size of any then in use. It would use two forms of power: paddle-wheels and screw-engines. Constructed from iron at Millwall, London, between 1853 and 1858, the Great Eastern was the largest vessel afloat until she was broken up in 1888. Only in 1899 were her dimensions exceeded by the SS Oceanic. The Great Eastern was not a success as a passenger vessel and was sold for a fraction of her building cost. She was used as a cable-laying ship, most notably laying the Transatlantic telegraph cable in 1865-1866
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This print captures Isambard Kingdom Brunel, the renowned British engineer, standing proudly beside his monumental creation, the Great Eastern. Taken in approximately 1857 by artist Robert Howlett, this image showcases Brunel's visionary genius and unwavering determination. Brunel proposed to the Eastern Steam Navigation Company a groundbreaking concept - the construction of a steamship that would dwarf any vessel of its time. The Great Eastern was an engineering marvel, utilizing both paddle-wheels and screw-engines for propulsion. Constructed from iron at Millwall in London between 1853 and 1858, it held the title of the largest ship in existence until its demise in 1888. Despite not finding success as a passenger vessel and being sold for a fraction of its building cost, the Great Eastern left an indelible mark on history. It found new purpose as a cable-laying ship, notably laying down the Transatlantic telegraph cable in 1865-1866. In this monochrome photograph, we witness Brunel's towering presence next to his colossal creation. His determined gaze reflects his unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries and revolutionizing transportation technology. The backdrop of Millwall Docks serves as a testament to Britain's industrial prowess during this era. This print is not only a visual representation of innovation but also symbolizes Brunel's lasting impact on engineering and maritime history. It stands as an enduring tribute to one man's audacious vision that forever changed water transport and propelled humanity into new realms of possibility.
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