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Great Eastern 1857
The steamship of Brunel & Scott Russell in full steam
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1857 Brunel Russell Scott Steam Ship Steam Ships
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the stunning "Great Eastern 1857" Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating piece of maritime history showcases the iconic steamship "Great Eastern" in all its glory, designed by Isambard Brunel and built under the supervision of Sir John Scott Russell. The image, captured in full steam, beautifully illustrates the power and innovation of this engineering marvel. Our high-quality framed prints are meticulously crafted to preserve the intricate details of this timeless photograph. Add a touch of history and nautical charm to your home or office with this exquisite framed print, sure to inspire awe and fascination for generations to come.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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is an awe-inspiring photograph capturing the majesty and innovation of the steamship era. This image, taken by an unknown photographer, showcases the iconic steamship "Great Eastern" in full steam, under the meticulous supervision of its esteemed designers Isambard Kingdom Brunel and Scott Russell. The "Great Eastern," launched in 1858, was a groundbreaking achievement in maritime history. With a length of 322 meters and a beam of 22 meters, she was the largest ship ever built at the time, dwarfing her contemporaries. Her immense size was not her only remarkable feature; she was also designed to be an iron-hulled, screw-propelled steamship, a significant departure from the traditional wooden-hulled, paddle-wheel steamships of the era. Brunel, a renowned British engineer, and Scott Russell, a Scottish naval architect, collaborated on this engineering marvel. The "Great Eastern" was intended to be a transport ship, capable of carrying up to 4,000 passengers and 12,000 tons of cargo. However, her size and innovative design made her construction a challenging endeavor. The photograph captures her in the midst of this process, with steam billowing from her funnels and workmen scurrying about her deck. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of Brunel and Scott Russell. It offers a glimpse into the past, when the maritime world was on the cusp of a significant transformation. The "Great Eastern" paved the way for larger, more efficient steamships, revolutionizing transportation and connecting the world in new and unprecedented ways. This image stands as a reminder of the past, a tribute to the pioneers who dared to dream and the innovations that shaped our history.
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