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Robert Stephenson (1803 - 1859)
Robert Stephenson, engineer and designer of the Menai Bridge. Depicted leaning against a rock with the bridge in the background Date: 1803 - 1859
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Designer Engineer Menai Stephenson
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 30.4cm (8" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.8cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures Robert Stephenson (1803-1859), the renowned British civil engineer and bridge designer, in a moment of contemplation as he gazes upon his masterpiece, the Menai Bridge. Constructed between 1817 and 1826, this suspension bridge spans the Menai Strait in Wales, connecting the island of Anglesey to the mainland. Stephenson's innovative design, which incorporated an adjustable chain system to accommodate the natural tidal fluctuations, revolutionized bridge engineering and paved the way for larger and more complex structures. The photograph, taken in the mid-19th century, finds Stephenson in his element, leaning casually against a rocky outcrop, his gaze fixed on the bridge that bears his name. The Menai Bridge, with its graceful arches and intricate details, stands proudly in the background, a testament to Stephenson's engineering prowess and his unwavering commitment to advancing the field of civil engineering. Stephenson's influence on the world of engineering went beyond the Menai Bridge. He was also instrumental in the development of the high-pressure steam locomotive, which revolutionized transportation and enabled the growth of the Industrial Revolution. This photograph, therefore, encapsulates not only the story of a remarkable engineering feat but also the legacy of a visionary engineer whose innovations continue to shape our world today.
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