Steel Engraving, Portrait of James Watt, circa 1855
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This steel engraving depicts Scottish engineer and inventor James Watt. Watt is best known for the improvements he made to the Newcomen steam engine, resulting in steam engines that were more efficient, cost-effective, and powerful. His innovations helped to ignite the Industrial Revolution in England and across the world.
This steel engraving depicts Scottish engineer and inventor James Watt. Watt is best known for the improvements he made to the Newcomen steam engine, resulting in steam engines that were more efficient, cost-effective, and powerful. His innovations helped to ignite the Industrial Revolution in England and across the world.
Artifact
Print (Visual work)
Date Made
circa 1855
Creators
Place of Creation
United States, New York, New York
Creator Notes
Engraving by William G. Jackman and published by D. Appleton and Company, New York City
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
82.129.737
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Cardboard
Technique
Steel engraving (Printing process)
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 9.75 in
Width: 6 in
Inscriptions
Description beneath: Watt, James. Steel engraving by W.G. Jackman. Date: about 1855
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