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Bateau a vapeur & Chemin de Fer, 19th century (hand coloured woodcut on paper)
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Bateau a vapeur & Chemin de Fer, 19th century (hand coloured woodcut on paper)
7485300 Bateau a vapeur & Chemin de Fer, 19th century (hand coloured woodcut on paper) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 30x37 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire, UK; (add.info.: Artist: M. Hemeleers-van Houter (1827 - 1894) (publisher)
Popular Belgian penny print with a steamboat and a steam train, both in relatively great detail. The top image shows the steamboat with a paddle wheel on its side, masts, sails and a chimney. The bottom image depicts a train made up of a steam locomotive, a wagon carrying the coal, and behind it a carriage for passengers); © Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust
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This hand-colored woodcut print from the 19th century showcases a fascinating scene of industrial progress and transportation innovation. The artwork, titled "Bateau a vapeur & Chemin de Fer," features two iconic modes of transport - a steamboat and a steam train.
The top image depicts a majestic steamboat with its paddle wheel churning through the water, towering masts reaching towards the sky, billowing sails catching the wind, and a tall chimney releasing plumes of smoke. The intricate details bring this maritime marvel to life on paper.
In contrast, the bottom image showcases a powerful steam locomotive pulling wagons loaded with coal for fuel. Behind it, a carriage awaits passengers eager to embark on their journey by rail. The precision in depicting these mechanical wonders highlights the artist's skill in capturing both form and function.
This popular Belgian penny print is not just an artistic creation but also serves as a historical record of industrial development during the 19th century. It symbolizes progress, innovation, and the interconnectedness brought about by advancements in transportation technology.
Displayed at Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust in Telford, Shropshire, UK, this remarkable artwork continues to inspire awe and admiration for the ingenuity of past generations who paved the way for modern-day transportation systems.
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