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The Channel Tunnel Works at Dover (engraving)
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The Channel Tunnel Works at Dover (engraving)
1623871 The Channel Tunnel Works at Dover (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Channel Tunnel Works at Dover. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 4 March 1882.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23074778
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Beaumont Civil Engineering Dover English Channel Machinery Shaft Showing Sunk Tunnelling
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This print captures a significant moment in history - "The Channel Tunnel Works at Dover". Created by an English School artist in the 19th century, this engraving showcases the remarkable engineering efforts involved in constructing the iconic Channel Tunnel. Intriguingly, the image depicts a view of machinery and civil engineering activities taking place near Dover's coastal area. A shaft is visible, showcasing the depth to which these dedicated workers have sunk to bring this ambitious project to life. The meticulous attention to detail allows viewers to witness firsthand the complexity of tunnelling beneath the English Channel. One cannot help but be awestruck by Beaumont's revolutionary invention - Englishs compressed air tunnelling machine - prominently featured within this artwork. Its presence symbolizes human ingenuity and determination as it paves its way through challenging terrain. The coastline serves as a stunning backdrop for this monumental endeavor, with its shoreline meeting the vast sea beyond. This maritime setting adds an element of grandeur and reminds us of nature's power that had to be overcome during construction. As we gaze upon this historic print from Fine Art Finder, we are transported back in time, appreciating both the beauty and significance of such an extraordinary feat. Let us marvel at how far we have come since those early days when dreams were transformed into reality deep beneath our beloved English Channel.
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