Copperplate Engraving, Portrait of James Watt, circa 1840
THF203740 / Copperplate Engraving, Portrait of James Watt, circa 1840 / detail
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Artifact Overview
This copperplate 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 Details
Artifact
Copper engraving (Visual work)
Date Made
circa 1840
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
82.129.736
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Cardboard
Technique
Copper engraving (Printing process)
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 7.5 in
Width: 4.5 in
Inscriptions
Description beneath: Watt, James. English scientist. Vignette copperplate. Date: about 1840. Includes reproduction of Watt's signature.
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