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Fine Art Print : The Great Eastern Laying Electrical Cable between Europe and America, 1858 (litho)
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The Great Eastern Laying Electrical Cable between Europe and America, 1858 (litho)
XIR160423 The Great Eastern Laying Electrical Cable between Europe and America, 1858 (litho) by Le Breton, Louis (1818-66); Musee de la Marine, Paris, France; (add.info.: posant le cable electrique entre l Europe et l Amerique; designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel and J. Scott Russell; largest ship in the world when built; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12698843
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the historical marvel of The Great Eastern Laying Electrical Cable between Europe and America, 1858, brought to life through the exquisite detail of this fine art print. This captivating lithograph by Louis Le Breton showcases the iconic steamship, The Great Eastern, laying the first transatlantic telegraph cable. Transport yourself back to an era of innovation and discovery with this stunning piece from our Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints, available exclusively through Fine Art Finder.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 31cm (21" x 12.2")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
The Great Eastern - Pioneering the Transatlantic Connection
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This lithograph captures a monumental moment in history - the laying of the first transatlantic telegraph cable between Europe and America. The colossal ship depicted is none other than "The Great Eastern" designed by engineering legends Isambard Kingdom Brunel and J. Scott Russell. As you gaze at this print, you can almost feel the excitement that must have filled the air during this groundbreaking endeavor in 1858. With its immense size of 24,000 tons, "The Great Eastern" was truly a marvel of engineering and technology, proudly holding the title of the largest ship in existence at that time. In this scene, we witness her majesty as she gracefully navigates through the vast Atlantic Ocean, accompanied by a team of dedicated workers who are diligently laying down miles upon miles of electrical cable beneath its surface. This remarkable feat would forever change communication between continents. With every stroke of his brush, Louis Le Breton skillfully brings to life not only an extraordinary vessel but also an important chapter in human progress. This lithograph serves as a testament to mankind's unyielding desire for connection and innovation. Today, we can look back on this historic event with gratitude for those visionaries who dared to dream big and push boundaries. Let us remember "The Great Eastern" as more than just a ship; it symbolizes our relentless pursuit to bridge distances both physical and metaphorical - connecting people across oceans and shaping our world
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