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Photographic Print : Basin of Caledonian Ship Canal at Muirtown near Inverness, Scotland. Opened 24 October 1822
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Basin of Caledonian Ship Canal at Muirtown near Inverness, Scotland. Opened 24 October 1822
Basin of Caledonian Ship Canal at Muirtown near Inverness, Scotland. Opened 24 October 1822. Engineer: Thomas Telford. Hand-coloured engraving
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Media ID 9764227
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1822 Basin Canal Engineer Hand Coloured Industrial October Opened Revolution Scotland Ship Telford Thomas Transport Caledonian Inverness
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Transport yourself back in time with this beautiful hand-coloured engraving from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the historic Basin of the Caledonian Ship Canal at Muirtown near Inverness, Scotland, this photograph captures the grandeur of the engineering marvel designed by Thomas Telford. Opened on 24 October 1822, this iconic waterway transformed Scotland's Highlands and Islands by connecting the North Sea to the Atlantic Ocean. Add this captivating piece of history to your home or office decor and relive the rich heritage of Scotland's industrial past.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.5cm x 19.8cm (14.8" x 7.8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This hand-coloured engraving transports us back to the dawn of the British industrial revolution. The image showcases the Basin of Caledonian Ship Canal at Muirtown near Inverness, Scotland, which was opened on 24 October 1822 under the brilliant engineering mind of Thomas Telford. The print captures a moment frozen in time, where water and transport intertwine harmoniously. The canal basin is bustling with activity as ships navigate through its calm waters, carrying goods and dreams from one corner of Britain to another. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination. The vibrant hues delicately applied by skilled hands breathe life into this historical scene, adding depth and character to every detail captured by the engraver's tools. Each stroke tells a story - stories of progress, innovation, and ambition that shaped an era. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of artistry from Universal Images Group (UIG), we are reminded not only of the physical transformation brought about by Telford's engineering marvel but also its profound impact on society at large. This print encapsulates an important chapter in our collective history - a symbol of how infrastructure can connect people and propel nations forward. Let this enchanting image serve as a reminder that behind every great achievement lies visionaries like Thomas Telford who dared to dream big and reshape their world for generations to come.
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