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The "Great Eastern"Steam-Ship building on the Stocks, Millwall, 22, 500 Tons Burden (engraving)
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The "Great Eastern"Steam-Ship building on the Stocks, Millwall, 22, 500 Tons Burden (engraving)
1587634 The " Great Eastern" Steam-Ship building on the Stocks, Millwall, 22, 500 Tons Burden (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " Great Eastern" Steam-Ship building on the Stocks, Millwall, 22, 500 Tons Burden. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 30 May 1857.
Edwin Weedon); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22988632
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Great Eastern Steam Ship Millwall Shipbuilding Stocks
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This engraving, titled "The Great Eastern Steam-Ship building on the Stocks, Millwall, 22,500 Tons Burden" takes us back to a significant moment in maritime history. Created by Edwin Weedon in 1857 for The Illustrated London News, this print showcases the awe-inspiring construction of one of the largest ships ever built. The image transports us to Millwall, London, where the colossal vessel is being meticulously crafted. Towering cranes and scaffolding surround the ship's skeleton as workers diligently labor away. The sheer scale of this undertaking becomes apparent when we notice tiny figures scattered around its immense frame. With a burden of 22,500 tons, the Great Eastern Steam-Ship was an engineering marvel ahead of its time. Its groundbreaking design allowed it to carry both passengers and cargo across vast distances with unprecedented efficiency. This ambitious project aimed to revolutionize transatlantic travel and open up new possibilities for global trade. Weedon's intricate engravings bring every detail to life – from the intricately carved hull to the smoke billowing out from nearby chimneys. The artist's skillful use of light and shadow adds depth and drama to this scene that captures a pivotal moment in industrial progress. As we gaze upon this historical masterpiece preserved within a private collection today, we are reminded of humanity's relentless pursuit of innovation and our ability to conquer seemingly insurmountable challenges.
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