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Derrick à vapeur utilisé pour la construction du pont Victoria
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Derrick à vapeur utilisé pour la construction du pont Victoria

Wood engraving

Steam Derrick Used for the Construction of the Victoria Bridge
Lithographer
Publisher (1791-1862)
Wood engraver (active 1856-1883)
SignatureL. r. printed within the image, Butterworth & Heath
Date 1860
Medium / Technique Ink on paper
Relief printing
Dimensions6.9 x 7.4 cm
Origin London, England
Object NumberM15934.17
CollectionMcCord
CreditGift of David Ross McCord
Status
Not on view

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