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Worcesters engine
Worcesters engine. Historical artwork of the second Marquis of Worcesters engine. The design was granted a patent in 1663. Worcester called it his water commanding engine, as its function was to raise water. This is often credited with being the first steam engine, however some believe that it was actually operated by a manual pump. It might have been used for supplying water to canals, or for draining water from mines or marshes. A model of the engine was demonstrated at Vauxhall, London from 1663 until 1667, the year of Worcesters death. Published in History and progress of the steam engine, England, 1830
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17th 1830 Drawing Engineering History Of Science Patent Patented Progress Pump Pumping Sketch Steam Engine 1663 Marquis Of Worcester Mono Chrome
31"x27" (79x69cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 24x20 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 31x27 inches (787x685mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 54.9cm x 59.9cm (21.6" x 23.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.5cm x 78.7cm (27" x 31")
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 the historical artwork of Worcesters engine, a groundbreaking invention that has left an indelible mark on the world of engineering. Patented in 1663 by the second Marquis of Worcester, this design is often hailed as the first steam engine, although there are differing opinions regarding its actual mode of operation. Known as the water commanding engine, Worcester's creation had a vital purpose: to raise water. Its application could have been diverse, ranging from supplying water to canals or draining mines and marshes. A model of this remarkable engine was proudly exhibited at Vauxhall in London for four years until 1667 when Worcestershire passed away. Published in "History and Progress of the Steam Engine" in England during 1830, this monochrome illustration offers us a glimpse into seventeenth-century industrial technology. The intricate sketch captures both the complexity and ingenuity behind this early British innovation. The significance of Worcester's engine cannot be overstated; it represents a pivotal moment in history where science and industry converged to shape our modern world. This image serves as a reminder of how far we've come since those early days while paying homage to one man's contribution to progress.
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