Framed Prints
Framed Print of Casting one of the plates for the great steam-hammer at Woolwich, 1872. Creator: Unknown
Casting one of the plates for the great steam-hammer at Woolwich, 1872. The last and the largest of the plates intended to form the foundations of the gigantic steam-hammer at the Royal Arsenal was cast in the Dial-square of the Royal Gun Factories at Woolwich [in south-east London], a week or two ago. It weighs within a little of 100 tons, and the casting, being an open one, presented a striking spectacle. The molten metal having been collected in three immense cupolas, the whole were simultaneously poured into the mould, the surface of which, 24 ft. square, emitted a heat so powerful as to break the glass in the open windows. The operation, which required great dexterity, was successfully performed by Mr. Vinicombe, foreman of the Dial-square, under the supervision of Colonel Campbell, superintendent of the Royal Gun Factories, and Mr. Frazer [or Fraser], deputy assistant superintendent. It was considered worthy of remark that the large anvil-block for the same hammer, which was cast about three months ago, was not yet cool enough for removal'. From Illustrated London News, 1872. Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © The Print Collector/Heritage Images
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Media ID 40620979
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Modern Frame 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 16.4cm (9.6" x 6.5")
Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")
