RICHARD TEN EYCK - Corliss Beam Steam Engine

THE ARTWORK

This woodcut engraving by Richard Ten Eyck depicts the Corliss Beam Steam Engine on show at the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia in 1876. The Centennial International Exhibition, officially the International Exhibition of Arts, Manufactures, and Products of the Soil and Mine, was held in Philadelphia from May 10 to November 10, 1876.

The Corliss steam engine, named after its inventor George Henry Corliss, was a significant advancement in steam engine technology during the 19th century. It was a type of reciprocating steam engine, known for its efficiency, reliability, and use in various industrial applications.

One of the key innovations of the Corliss engine was its use of separate valves to control the admission of steam into the engine's cylinders. These valves, known as Corliss valves, allowed for more precise control over the steam flow, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced steam consumption compared to earlier steam engines.

The Corliss engine was characterized by its large, imposing appearance, with massive beams and flywheels dominating its design. It was commonly used in factories, mills, and power plants to drive machinery such as pumps, generators, and industrial equipment.

THE ARTIST

Richard Ten Eyck was an American engraver known for his work during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. He was active in New York City and is particularly noted for his skill in producing engravings of portraits, landscapes, and historical scenes.

Ten Eyck's engravings often appeared in books, newspapers, and periodicals of the time, contributing to the dissemination of visual information and artistic expression in America during that era. While not as widely recognized today as some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the art of engraving during the early years of the United States were significant.

Ten Eyck's work reflects the style and techniques prevalent in engraving during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, characterized by intricate lines, meticulous detail, and a commitment to accuracy in representing subjects. His engravings provide valuable insights into the visual culture of America during this period, offering glimpses into historical events, prominent figures, and the landscape of the young nation.

THE PRINT

• A4 Size = 29.7cm x 21cm = 11.7" x 8.25"
• A3 Size = 42cm x 29.7cm = 16.5" x 11.7"
• High resolution giclée print - 600dpi
• Printed to order
• Unframed & unmounted
• Professionally printed using Canon imagePROGRAF printers
• Digitally restored by OharaPrints from high resolution scans of the original artwork
• Made in and shipped from Casterton, Victoria, Australia

PAPER

• Canson Infinity - Arches BFK Rives White
• Paper weight = 310gsm
• 100% cotton
• Archival, museum grade
• Acid free
• No OBAs (optical brightening agents)

Arches BFK Rives is a high-quality, archival-grade paper manufactured at the Arches paper mill in France - one of the oldest papermakers in Europe. It is made from 100% cotton rag using a time-honoured manufacturing process, giving the paper exceptional durability, longevity, and resistance to yellowing or deterioration over time. Despite its substantial weight and thickness it maintains a very soft and supple feel. The paper has a natural white tone and is completely free of any optical brighteners (OBAs), allowing for superb colour rendition and deep blacks.

INK

• Canon Lucia Pro Inks
• Pigment based
• Archival, museum-grade
• Brilliant colours, even gradient and razor-sharp lines
• Highly stable and fade resistant, excellent humidity-fastness

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• Prints are carefully packaged in very sturdy 700gsm cardboard envelopes, along with 1050gsm boxboard sheets which provide extra strength & rigidity to prevent bending or folding during transit