When Watt died in 1819, his workshop at his home near Birmingham, was locked and its contents left undisturbed as an 'industrial shrine'. Then in 1924, the complete workshop including contents, was transported to the Science Museum. Now for the first time is on public display.
During his retirement Watt turned to sculpture, turning out a huge number of busts, many of himself. He will no doubt be delighted that his head will be portrayed on the new £50 note.
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interesting pics! He is very popular in Japan too!
My oldest son would love this (will have to show it to him later). He loves inventors and scientists. Thanks for the lesson.
This is very interesting. As I look at that top photo, I'm wondering what he kept in all those jars.
The last paragraph and the mention of busts beside the woman in the bonnet . . . sort of suggests he became a transvestite in his retirement and this is his image as will appear on the notes.
Lucy
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