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Great Western Steam Ship, 1838
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Great Western Steam Ship, 1838
Hand-coloured engraving with aquatint depicting port side profile view of the SS Great Western. Vessel appears to be leaving Bristol, with buildings and church towers behind her. Includes list of the dimensions, tonnage and engine capacity of the vessel. Engraving by H.Paprill from original drawing by J.S.Cotman. Published July 21st 1838 by Ackermann & Co. Title inscription: Great Western Steam Ship: This print is dedicated to the Directors of the Great Western Steam Company
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Setting Sail into the Industrial Era - The SS Great Western, 1838
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. This hand-coloured engraving with aquatint transports us back to a defining moment in maritime history. Captured on paper is the magnificent port side profile view of the SS Great Western, a true marvel of engineering and innovation. As she gracefully departs from Bristol, her towering presence dominates the scene, juxtaposed against the backdrop of quaint buildings and church towers. The meticulous detailing in this print showcases not only the artistic prowess but also provides valuable information about this groundbreaking vessel. Engraved by H. Paprill from an original drawing by J. S. Cotman, it was published on July 21st, 1838 by Ackermann & Co. , paying homage to the Directors of the Great Western Steam Company. Isambard Kingdom Brunel's visionary design comes alive through this print as we admire its sleek lines and impressive dimensions. With its list of tonnage and engine capacity included alongside, one cannot help but be awestruck by its sheer power and technological advancements for that era. This remarkable piece serves as a testament to Brunel's genius and his unwavering dedication to pushing boundaries in shipbuilding. It immortalizes an iconic vessel that paved the way for future steamships while symbolizing mankind's relentless pursuit of progress during Britain's industrial revolution
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