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Coiling Cable Large Tanks Works Telegraph Construction
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Coiling Cable Large Tanks Works Telegraph Construction
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10 1 2 1826 1909 266 Cm 7 3 16 Allowing Messages Atlantic Beneath Cable Forth Gouache Great Technological Achievements Greenwich Minutes North America Robert Charles Dudley Speed Back Steamer Telegraphic Cable Touches Twelve Days Works Coiling
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This print titled "Coiling Cable Large Tanks Works Telegraph Construction" showcases the remarkable efforts of a maintenance company in Greenwich, 1865. Created by Robert Charles Dudley, a British artist known for his detailed drawings, this artwork beautifully captures the essence of 19th-century technological achievements. In this watercolor and graphite masterpiece with touches of gouache, Dudley depicts the intricate process of laying telegraphic cables beneath the Atlantic Ocean. The large tanks and coiling cable signify the immense scale of this groundbreaking project. These cables allowed messages to be transmitted at unprecedented speeds between North America and Europe – a feat that once took ten to twelve days via steamer could now be accomplished within minutes. The sheet measures an impressive 7 3/16 by 10 1/2 inches (182 x 266 cm), showcasing Dudley's meticulous attention to detail. Through his artistry, he not only documents historical events but also celebrates human ingenuity and progress. As we gaze upon this print from the Liszt Collection, we are transported back in time to witness one of mankind's greatest achievements. It serves as a reminder that through determination and innovation, even seemingly insurmountable obstacles can be overcome. This artwork is not just a visual representation; it is an ode to human resilience and our unyielding pursuit of knowledge and connection across vast distances.
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