Canvas Print : John Rennie, Scottish civil engineer
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John Rennie, Scottish civil engineer
John Rennie. Coloured Engraving of John Rennie (1761-1821), Scottish civil engineer. Rennie studied at Edinburgh University and finished his training with Boulton and Watt of Birmingham. In the 1790s he became a canal engineer and drained part of the East Anglian fens before becoming a bridge designer. He built the Waterloo and Southwark bridges in London, as well as designing London bridge. He also worked extensively on the design of docks and improved 44 harbours in Britain. Rennie was a hard worker and made business appointments as early as 5am. He declined a knighthood in 1817 and was buried in St Pauls Cathedral in London
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Bridge Builder Designer Dock Docks Engineer Engraving Harbour Portraits Scottish John Rennie London Bridge Rennie Southwark Southwark Bridge Waterloo Bridge
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring historical brilliance into your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This striking piece features an engraving of John Rennie, the renowned Scottish civil engineer, as captured in a vibrant and detailed Coloured Engraving from Science Photo Library. With a rich history of study at Edinburgh University and training under Boulton and Watt, Rennie's influence on engineering is undeniable. Elevate your space with this captivating and educational work of art.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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 coloured engraving showcases the remarkable John Rennie, a Scottish civil engineer who left an indelible mark on history. Born in 1761, Rennie's brilliance and determination propelled him to great heights in his field. After studying at Edinburgh University and completing his training with Boulton and Watt of Birmingham, he embarked on a career that would revolutionize the landscape of Britain. Rennie's expertise spanned various domains, from canal engineering to bridge design. His notable accomplishments include draining a significant portion of the East Anglian fens as well as constructing iconic structures such as Waterloo Bridge and Southwark Bridge in London. Notably, he also played a pivotal role in designing London Bridge itself. Beyond bridges, Rennie dedicated himself to enhancing maritime infrastructure by working extensively on dock designs and improving 44 harbours across Britain. Known for his unwavering work ethic, he was often found making business appointments as early as 5am. Despite his immense contributions to society, Rennie humbly declined a knighthood offered to him in 1817. Upon his passing in 1821, he was laid to rest at St Paul's Cathedral in London—a testament to the profound impact he had made during his lifetime. This historical print serves not only as a tribute to John Rennie but also as a reminder of the transformative power of human ingenuity and perseverance.
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