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Casting one of the plates for the great steam hammer at Woolwich (engraving)
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Casting one of the plates for the great steam hammer at Woolwich (engraving)
603831 Casting one of the plates for the great steam hammer at Woolwich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Casting one of the plates for the great steam hammer at Woolwich, London. Published on 14 December 1872.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22936954
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Casting Foundries Hammer Plates Steam Steel Woolwich
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This engraving titled "Casting one of the plates for the great steam hammer at Woolwich" takes us back to 19th century London, immersing us in the heart of industrial manufacturing. The image showcases a pivotal moment in history as skilled workers meticulously cast one of the massive plates that would eventually form part of the awe-inspiring steam hammer. The scene is filled with an air of intensity and determination. The foundry workers are seen laboring over molten steel, their faces etched with concentration and sweat glistening on their brows. Sparks fly through the air as they pour liquid metal into molds, creating these colossal plates that will soon become integral components of this groundbreaking piece of machinery. The scale and power depicted in this print are truly remarkable. One cannot help but be awestruck by both the physical size and symbolic significance of this great steam hammer. It represents not only technological progress but also embodies human ingenuity and ambition. Published on December 14,1872, this engraving serves as a visual testament to London's thriving industry during that era. It transports us back to a time when innovation was transforming society, paving the way for advancements yet to come. As we gaze upon this historic image, we can't help but marvel at how far we have come since those early days of manufacturing prowess in Woolwich.
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