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The Cam River Improvements, dredging near Cambridge (engraving)
1104010 The Cam River Improvements, dredging near Cambridge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cam River Improvements, dredging near Cambridge. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 29 May 1869.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22512444
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Cambridge Cambridgeshire Dredging River Cam
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Breathtaking historical photographic print from Media Storehouse, showcasing The Cam River Improvements, an intriguing 19th-century engraving by the English School. Witness the impressive dredging scene near Cambridge, as depicted in this captivating work from Bridgeman Images, now available as a fine art print from Media Storehouse. Perfect for enhancing your home or office decor, this print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Bring a piece of the past into your present with this exquisite, museum-quality reproduction.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.5cm x 19.4cm (14.8" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 37.5cm x 25cm (14.8" x 9.8")
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.
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This print captures a significant moment in the history of Cambridge's Cam River. The engraving, created by an anonymous 19th-century English artist, showcases the meticulous dredging process undertaken as part of the Cam River Improvements project. The image transports us back to May 29,1869 when this illustration was featured in The Illustrated London News. It offers a glimpse into the bustling activity that surrounded this ambitious endeavor. Boats and tugboats fill the river, their presence highlighting the importance of water transport during that era. The scene is alive with movement and energy as workers laboriously dredge sections of the riverbed. Their efforts were crucial in ensuring improved navigation for boats and enhancing transportation capabilities along this vital waterway. As we admire this historical print from a private collection now made available through Bridgeman Images, it serves as a reminder of how human ingenuity has shaped our environment over time. The Cam River Improvements stand as a testament to mankind's determination to overcome obstacles and improve infrastructure for future generations. Whether you have personal ties to Cambridge or simply appreciate glimpses into our past achievements, this engraving invites you to reflect on progress made and marvel at how far we've come since those industrious days on the banks of the Cam River.
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