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Casting a Monster Cylinder, at Messers Scott Russell and Cos Building-Yard, Millwall (engraving)
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Casting a Monster Cylinder, at Messers Scott Russell and Cos Building-Yard, Millwall (engraving)
1607835 Casting a Monster Cylinder, at Messers Scott Russell and Cos Building-Yard, Millwall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Casting a Monster Cylinder, at Messers Scott Russell and Cos Building-Yard, Millwall. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 4 November 1854.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23001976
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Casting Company Millwall Shipbuilding
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This engraving, titled "Casting a Monster Cylinder, at Messers Scott Russell and Cos Building-Yard, Millwall" takes us back to the 19th century shipbuilding industry in London. The image showcases the impressive manufacturing process of creating a colossal cylinder at the renowned building yard. The scene is filled with bustling activity as workers meticulously pour molten metal into a massive mold. The sheer scale of this undertaking is awe-inspiring; it truly captures the magnitude of industrial prowess during that era. Every detail has been painstakingly etched by an English School artist, allowing us to witness history unfolding before our eyes. As we delve deeper into this print, we are transported to a time when companies like Messers Scott Russell and Co were at the forefront of technological advancements in shipbuilding. This particular illustration was featured in The Illustrated London News on November 4th, 1854 – a testament to its significance within contemporary society. Through this artwork, we gain insight into not only the technical aspects but also the human element behind such monumental undertakings. We can almost hear the clanging of tools and feel the heat emanating from furnaces as these skilled craftsmen work together harmoniously towards their common goal. This print serves as both a historical record and an artistic masterpiece that encapsulates an era defined by innovation and progress. It reminds us of how far we have come while honoring those who paved the way for modern-day industries.
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