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Framed Print : John Harrison, English clock maker, 19th century. Artist: W Holl
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John Harrison, English clock maker, 19th century. Artist: W Holl
John Harrison, English clock maker, 19th century. Harrison (1693-1776) designed and built the worlds first successful maritime clock, one whose accuracy was great enough to solve one of the most pressing scientific problems of the day - how to calculate longitude at sea
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Chronometer Clockmaker Harrison Holl Horologist Inventor John Harrison Longitude Machine Machinery Thomas King W Holl Marine Chronometer
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Bring a piece of historical maritime innovation into your home with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning artwork, titled "John Harrison, English Clock Maker, 19th Century" by oˇ»De≤ ‹ from Heritage Images, showcases the renowned English clock maker, John Harrison (1693-1776). Known for his groundbreaking design and construction of the world's first successful maritime clock, this print is a testament to Harrison's ingenuity and the significant impact he had on navigation history. Add this captivating and educational piece to your collection and relive the rich heritage it represents.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 44.4cm x 54.6cm (17.5" x 21.5")
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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This print captures the remarkable John Harrison, an English clock maker from the 19th century. The portrait, beautifully engraved by W Holl, showcases Harrison's distinguished appearance with his wig and unique hairstyle of the time. John Harrison (1693-1776) is renowned for his groundbreaking invention - the world's first successful maritime clock. This chronometer revolutionized navigation at sea by providing accurate measurements of longitude, a crucial scientific problem that had perplexed sailors for centuries. In this image, we see a man dedicated to his craft as he gazes confidently into the distance. His occupation as a clockmaker is evident in his surroundings; intricate machinery can be seen in the background, symbolizing both his profession and passion for science. Harrison's contribution to horology and navigation cannot be overstated. His ingenuity paved the way for safer voyages across oceans and opened new possibilities for exploration during a time when accurate longitude calculations were desperately needed. The monochrome aesthetic adds depth to this portrait, emphasizing not only Harrison's importance but also capturing the essence of 18th-century England. As we admire this print today, we are reminded of John Harrison's lasting legacy as an inventor who solved one of history's most pressing scientific challenges – forever changing our understanding of timekeeping and navigation at sea.
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