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St Catherines Lighthouse, Isle of Wight (engraving)
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St Catherines Lighthouse, Isle of Wight (engraving)
1055825 St Catherines Lighthouse, Isle of Wight (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Catherines Lighthouse, Isle of Wight, the Most Powerful Electric Light in the World. Illustration for The Graphic, 2 February 1889.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22636574
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Apparatus Appearance Blasts Cliff Cliff Top Cliffs Cylinders Engine Room Fitted High Horn Interval Isle Of Wight Lighthouse Lighthouses Panels Sea Cliff Shaped Showing Star Viewed Consisting Electric Lamp
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This engraving captures the majestic St Catherines Lighthouse, standing tall on the Isle of Wight. Created by an English School artist in the 19th century, this print showcases the lighthouse's remarkable features and its significance as "the Most Powerful Electric Light in the World". Perched atop a rugged cliff, St Catherines Lighthouse is a beacon of hope for sailors navigating treacherous waters. The fluted carbons and shaped panels create a distinctive star-like appearance that can be seen from afar. Its automatic arrangement ensures a continuous rotation of the dioptric lantern, emitting powerful blasts of light to guide ships safely. The lighthouse's engine room houses compound engines fitted with Syren de Meritens magneto-electric machines and compressors. These mechanisms generate succeeding flashes that illuminate the surroundings with brilliance. Vertical lenses within the apparatus enhance visibility even during foggy conditions. Beyond its technical marvels, this engraving also captures the lighthouse's picturesque setting. Perched high on sea cliffs overlooking crashing waves, it stands as a testament to human ingenuity amidst nature's raw beauty. This historical artwork offers us a glimpse into an era when lighthouses played an essential role in maritime safety. It serves as a reminder of our ability to conquer challenges through innovation while harmonizing with our natural environment.
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