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Poster Print : Francis Egerton, 3rd Duke of Bridgewater (1736-1803) English nobleman. He commissioned
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Francis Egerton, 3rd Duke of Bridgewater (1736-1803) English nobleman. He commissioned
Francis Egerton, 3rd Duke of Bridgewater (1736-1803) English nobleman. He commissioned the civil engineer James Brindley to build a canal to serve his mines at Worsley, Lancashire, and to carry the coal mined there to the industrial city of Manchester. Engraving from The National Portrait Gallery, Vol IV, by Joseph Jerdan (London, 1833)
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Media ID 9751931
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1833 Bridgewater Build Canal Carry City Civil Coal Commissioned Duke Engineer Francis Gallery Industrial James Joseph Lancashire Manchester Mines National Nobleman Revolution Serve Transport Worsley Brindley Egerton Jerdan Mined
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring a piece of historical elegance into your home or office with our Francis Egerton, 3rd Duke of Bridgewater Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This stunning image, sourced from Universal Images Group (UIG), captures the essence of the English nobleman (1736-1803), renowned for his groundbreaking commission of James Brindley to construct the Worsley Canal, connecting his coal mines to the Bridgewater Canal System. Add this captivating portrait to your decor and relive the rich history of the Duke's innovative engineering achievements.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 52.1cm (16.5" x 20.5")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases Francis Egerton, the 3rd Duke of Bridgewater, an influential English nobleman who played a pivotal role in the British Industrial Revolution. Known for his visionary mindset and forward-thinking approach, he commissioned the renowned civil engineer James Brindley to construct a groundbreaking canal system connecting his mines in Worsley, Lancashire to the bustling city of Manchester. The engraving captures the essence of this remarkable historical figure whose innovative ideas revolutionized transportation and transformed the landscape of industrial Britain. With meticulous attention to detail, Joseph Jerdan's artwork immortalizes Egerton's significant contribution to society. As we gaze upon this portrait from The National Portrait Gallery, Vol IV (1833), we are transported back in time to witness Egerton's determination and foresight. His unwavering commitment to progress propelled him towards commissioning Brindley's engineering masterpiece - a canal that not only served his coal mines but also facilitated efficient transport of resources into Manchester. Egerton's legacy lives on as an emblematic figure who harnessed the power of collaboration between nobleman and engineer. This image serves as a reminder of how one individual can shape history through their vision and willingness to embrace change.
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