Cast-Iron Architecture (1894) — Engineering Plates featuring the Eiffel Tower
Arches, trusses, and latticework—iron drawn with mathematical grace. This handsome 1894 plate set showcases late-19th-century cast- and wrought-iron design, from ornamental brackets and spiral stairs to the era’s crowning emblem, the Eiffel Tower. Precise linework turns engineering into elegance, making a smart, graphic statement on your wall.
Why it captivates
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Engineering as art — rivets, gussets, and curves rendered with immaculate draftsmanship.
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Iconic subject — includes studies related to the Eiffel Tower and contemporary ironwork.
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Graphic clarity — clean elevations, sections, and details that read beautifully at scale.
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Fin-de-siècle charm — serif labels, fine ruling, and warm paper tone.
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Conversation piece — bridges architecture, industry, and design history.
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Statement artwork — a refined focal point for studios, libraries, and living rooms.
What you’ll see
Measured elevations and sections, joint and connection details (plates, bolts/rivets), lattice and truss geometries, railings and brackets, and ornamental iron columns; orderly titling and scale bars. Up close: hairline hatching and crisp figure numbers. From a step back: a poised, architectural tapestry.
A richer historical frame
By 1894, iron construction had reshaped cities and world’s fairs alike. These plates capture that moment—when precision drawing and industrial craft met to define modern urban silhouettes, culminating in the Eiffel Tower’s lattice logic and the elegant versatility of cast-iron forms.
Choose your finish
🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival, smooth matte ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.
💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—great for busy spaces.
🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine detail.
🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
Size (W × H)
841 × 691 mm (approx. 33.11 × 27.20 in)
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Orientation: Landscape
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Aspect ratio: ~1.217 : 1
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Nearest standard frame: A0 portrait (841 × 1189 mm) with a custom landscape mat
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Framing tips:
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Classic: cut the mat window to ~837 × 687 mm for a clean 2–3 mm edge overlap.
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Contemporary: float-mount in a custom frame for a slim, architectural reveal.
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Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
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| Title | Cast-Iron Architecture |
| Date | 1894 |
| Historical Context | Fin-de-siècle architectural/engineering plates; includes Eiffel Tower–era ironwork |
| Print Size | 841 mm (W) × 691 mm (H) |
| Available Finishes | Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Timber Hang Rails, Canvas, Canvas + Timber Hang Rails |
| Paper Weight | 160 gsm archival matte |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss (true encapsulation) |
| Canvas Weight | 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Inks | Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
| Optional Hang Rails | Natural timber, lacquered; fitted hanging cord (allow up to 10 working days) |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
Who it’s for
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Architecture & engineering enthusiasts
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Design lovers drawn to clean geometry and historic craft
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Collectors & stylists curating intelligent, heritage-rich interiors
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Gift-givers celebrating graduations, new studios, and housewarmings
Our Commitment
Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then hand-checked and packed so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.
Celebrate the elegance of iron—order your fine-art print of Cast-Iron Architecture (1894) today.
