Photographic reproduction, of steam boat Charlotte Dundas

This photographic reproduction is of the 'Charlotte Dundas' - a steam powered paddle boat with an engine designed by William Symington in 1801.

The image has been reproduced from an original lithograph - a method of printing from a metal or stone surface which is not raised but is ink-receptive.

Symington had been commissioned by Lord Dundas to develop a steam powered tug for use on the Forth and Clyde Canal but fears about canal erosion halted the experiment. A second, more efficient boat, the 'Charlotte Dundas II', was built in 1803.

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Online ID:	000-100-044-449-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland T.1938.185
Date:	20th century
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Dimensions:	228 mm x 156 mm
What:	Photograph / lithograph / ship
Subject:	23. SHIPPING, Steam and Motor Ships (Departmental Classification)
Who:	Allan and Ferguson (Lithographer) Charlotte Dundas (ship)
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Description:	Photograph of the Charlotte Dundas from Allan and Ferguson's lithograph
References:	Downs-Rose, G & Harvey, W S. William Symington Inventor and Engine Builder. 1980
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