Plate CXLVI. Capstan

Engraver George Aikman

Editor Professor Macvey Napier (1776 - 1847)

Publisher A & C Black Ltd (founded 1807)

Date1830-1842

Object number00019711

NameSteel engraving

MediumInk on paper

DimensionsOverall: 273 x 210 mm, 0.008 kg

ClassificationsArt

Credit LineANMM Collection

Terms

DescriptionThis engraving featured in the 7th edition of the Encyclopaedia Britannica published between 1830 and 1842. The plate features five images relating to capstans, which show the mechanisms and cogs within capstans including gearing and shaft. This engraving probably featured in the 7th edition ‘Encyclopaedia Britannica: A Dictionary of Arts, Sciences, and General Literature’ published in 1842.