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Deck Great Eastern Aft Paying-out Machinery 1866
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Deck Great Eastern Aft Paying-out Machinery 1866
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1826 1909 1866 Allowing Messages Atlantic Beneath Deck Forth Gouache Great Eastern Great Technological Achievements Minutes North America Robert Charles Dudley Speed Back Steamer Telegraphic Cable Touches Twelve Days
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This print titled "Deck Great Eastern Aft Paying-out Machinery 1866" showcases the remarkable technological achievements of the 19th century. Created by British artist Robert Charles Dudley, this watercolor and graphite masterpiece captures a pivotal moment in history. The image depicts the deck of the great steamship, Great Eastern, with its aft paying-out machinery prominently displayed. This innovative machinery played a crucial role in laying telegraphic cables beneath the Atlantic Ocean, enabling messages to be transmitted at an unprecedented speed between North America and Europe. Measuring approximately 9 13/16 x 14 3/16 inches (25 x 36 cm), this artwork beautifully combines delicate touches of gouache to enhance its visual appeal. The attention to detail is evident as every element on the deck is meticulously portrayed, showcasing Dudley's artistic prowess. The significance of this piece lies not only in its artistic merit but also in its historical context. The successful laying of telegraphic cables revolutionized communication between continents that previously took ten to twelve days via steamer. With this groundbreaking achievement, messages could now traverse back and forth across the Atlantic within minutes. As you gaze upon this mesmerizing print from Liszt Collection's archives, let yourself be transported back to a time when human ingenuity knew no bounds. Experience firsthand one of mankind's greatest triumphs through Robert Charles Dudley's masterful depiction of Great Eastern's aft paying-out machinery - an ode to progress and innovation that forever changed our world.
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