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Metal 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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10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Metal Print featuring John Harrison, the English clock maker from the 19th century. This captivating image, taken from Heritage Images and masterfully reproduced by artist W Holl, showcases Harrison (1693-1776), the brilliant mind behind the world's first successful maritime clock. Add a touch of history and sophistication to your space with this stunning, high-quality Metal Print. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium metal sheets and vibrant, long-lasting inks, ensuring a beautiful and durable piece that will be cherished for generations.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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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