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James Watt (1736–1819)

Image credit: Heriot-Watt University

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James Watt was one of the greatest Scottish engineers. His improvements to Newcomen’s steam engine, including the separate condenser which hugely increased its efficiency, made it the machine that powered the industrial revolution and influenced the course of history. It was in tribute to him and his extraordinary contribution that the great industrialist, Andrew Carnegie wrote his biography.

Heriot-Watt University

Edinburgh

Title

James Watt (1736–1819)

Medium

oil on canvas

Measurements

H 200 x W 160 cm

Accession number

WA.057

Acquisition method

gift

Work type

Painting

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