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Nant-y-Glow Iron Works, Monmouthshire, Wales, c1780, (c1830)
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Nant-y-Glow Iron Works, Monmouthshire, Wales, c1780, (c1830)
Nant-y-Glow Iron Works, Monmouthshire, Wales, c1780, (c1830). This shows the works by moonlight. The buildings on the left are probably puddling furnaces, those on the right blast furnaces. The proprietor of Nant-y-Glow was the ironmaster Richard Crawshay (1739-1810)
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This print captures the Nant-y-Glow Iron Works in Monmouthshire, Wales, during the late 18th or early 19th century. Bathed in the ethereal glow of moonlight, this scene showcases the bustling industrial complex that played a significant role in Britain's iron and steel industry during the Industrial Revolution. On the left side of the image, we can see several buildings believed to be puddling furnaces, where iron was refined through a process known as puddling. To the right are blast furnaces, which were used for smelting iron ore. These structures stand as testaments to human ingenuity and technological advancement. Owned by Richard Crawshay, an esteemed ironmaster of his time, Nant-y-Glow Iron Works symbolizes both progress and pollution. The chimneys emitting smoke remind us of the environmental impact caused by rapid industrialization. In this enchanting nocturnal setting, a lone horse crosses a bridge over what appears to be a river or canal nearby. This animal serves as a reminder that amidst all these man-made marvels lies nature's presence. George Robertson skillfully captured this moment on print with intricate detail and precision. His collaboration with Richard Crawshay brings forth an artistic representation of science meeting industry against the backdrop of Wales' picturesque countryside. This historical engraving from Heritage Images takes us back to an era when men harnessed their knowledge and skills to shape society's future while harmonizing with celestial bodies like our moon within
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