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Watt experimenting as a child, 1740s
Watt experimenting as a child. At right, a young James Watt (1736-1819) with his parents (James Watt and Agnes Muirhead) plays with a spoon upon the spout of a kettle. Born in the port of Greenock on the Firth of Clyde, Scotland, Watt was initially educated at home by his mother. He went on to become an engineer and inventor. By 1790, the Watt steam engine (developed in the 1760s in Glasgow) had replaced the Newcomen engine. This 1868 engraving by Herbert Bourne (1820-1907) is based on an 1863 oil painting by British artist Marcus Stone (1840-1921), titled James Watt Discovering the Condensation of Steam
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10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Bring the fascination of scientific history into your home with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This captivating image, titled "Watt experimenting as a child, 1740s," showcases a young James Watt (1736-1819) engaging in playful experimentation with a spoon on the spout of a kettle. Transport yourself back in time and ignite curiosity with this stunning, high-quality print from Science Photo Library. Perfect for adding a unique touch to any room or office, this print is a must-have for anyone with a passion for science and history.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment from the childhood of one of history's greatest engineers and inventors, James Watt. In the 1740s, a young James Watt is seen playfully experimenting with a spoon on the spout of a kettle, under the watchful eyes of his parents, James Watt and Agnes Muirhead. Born in Greenock, Scotland, Watt's early education was provided by his mother at home. Little did anyone know that this curious child would go on to revolutionize steam engine technology. By 1790, his groundbreaking invention - the Watt steam engine - had replaced its predecessor, the Newcomen engine. This engraving by Herbert Bourne in 1868 is based on an oil painting from 1863 by Marcus Stone titled "James Watt Discovering the Condensation of Steam". The image not only showcases young James' fascination with experimentation but also provides insight into his supportive family environment. The presence of their pet cat adds warmth to this historical scene set in a cozy dining room. Watt's journey from these humble beginnings to becoming an influential figure in engineering and science highlights how passion and curiosity can shape destinies. His contributions continue to impact transportation and technological advancements even today. This artwork serves as both a tribute to James Watt's legacy as well as an inspiration for future generations who dare to dream big and push boundaries in pursuit of knowledge and innovation.
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