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Photographic Print : Holyhead Harbour Works, View of the Face of the Mountain after the Grand Blasting Operations, 16 January 1857, the Quantity of Quartz Rock displaced 120, 000 Tons, by a Charge of 16, 000 Pounds of Powder (engraving)
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Holyhead Harbour Works, View of the Face of the Mountain after the Grand Blasting Operations, 16 January 1857, the Quantity of Quartz Rock displaced 120, 000 Tons, by a Charge of 16, 000 Pounds of Powder (engraving)
1587282 Holyhead Harbour Works, View of the Face of the Mountain after the Grand Blasting Operations, 16 January 1857, the Quantity of Quartz Rock displaced 120, 000 Tons, by a Charge of 16, 000 Pounds of Powder (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Holyhead Harbour Works, View of the Face of the Mountain after the Grand Blasting Operations, 16 January 1857, the Quantity of Quartz Rock displaced 120, 000 Tons, by a Charge of 16, 000 Pounds of Powder. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 24 January 1857.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22818058
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Cheshire Displaced Harbours Powder Quantity
12"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this captivating engraving from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring Holyhead Harbour Works after the Grand Blasting Operations on 16 January 1857. Witness the awe-inspiring power of 16,000 pounds of powder as it displaced an astonishing 120,000 tons of quartz rock from the face of the mountain. This intricately detailed image, sourced from Bridgeman Images and Fine Art Finder, offers a unique glimpse into the past, perfect for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving from 1857 showcases the remarkable transformation of Holyhead Harbour Works after a grand blasting operation. The image captures the face of the mountain, which was dramatically altered by the sheer force of 16,000 pounds of powder. The immense power unleashed displaced an astonishing quantity of quartz rock, estimated at a staggering 120,000 tons. The view presented in this print is awe-inspiring as it reveals the coastal landscape transformed by human intervention. The construction efforts undertaken here were monumental and aimed to enhance maritime activities along Cheshire's coastline. Holyhead Harbour Works became a symbol of progress and innovation during this era. The intricate details captured in this engraving allow us to appreciate both the magnitude of the task accomplished and its impact on shaping the shoreline. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination in conquering nature's challenges. As we gaze upon this historic scene, we are reminded that every inch of land has its story to tell. This artwork invites us to reflect on our ability to reshape landscapes while highlighting our symbiotic relationship with nature's elements such as mountains, rocks, and seas. Bridgeman Images' preservation and sharing of these historical prints ensure that future generations can marvel at these feats achieved long ago while appreciating their significance in shaping our world today.
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