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Royal Visit to Sheffield, casting a Steel Ingot at Messers Firth and Sons Factory (engraving)
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Royal Visit to Sheffield, casting a Steel Ingot at Messers Firth and Sons Factory (engraving)
1621279 Royal Visit to Sheffield, casting a Steel Ingot at Messers Firth and Sons Factory (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Visit to Sheffield, casting a Steel Ingot at Messers Firth and Sons Factory. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 28 August 1875.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22556122
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
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The engraving captures a momentous occasion in Sheffield's industrial history - the Royal Visit to Messers Firth and Sons Factory. The image showcases the intricate process of casting a steel ingot, highlighting the city's prowess in manufacturing during the 19th century. In this remarkable scene, we witness members of royalty observing with great interest as molten steel is poured into a mould, transforming it into a solid ingot. The factory workers are depicted skillfully maneuvering heavy machinery, their expertise evident in every movement. The sheer scale and complexity of the operation is awe-inspiring. Sheffield, known for its foundries and steel production, was at the forefront of Britain's industrial revolution. This visit by esteemed royals not only symbolizes recognition for Sheffield's contribution to national industry but also highlights its importance on an international stage. The illustration originally appeared in The Illustrated London News on August 28th, 1875. It serves as a testament to both artistic talent and historical documentation. Preserved within private collections today, this print allows us to glimpse into an era when manufacturing prowess was celebrated and royal visits were significant events that brought attention to thriving industries like Messers Firth and Sons Factory. This engraving reminds us of Sheffield's rich heritage as an industrial powerhouse while showcasing the fusion of artistry and innovation that defined British manufacturing during this period.
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