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Antique Framed Print : Opening of the Great Central Railway (engraving)
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Opening of the Great Central Railway (engraving)
1051616 Opening of the Great Central Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the Great Central Railway. Illustration for The Graphic, 18 March 1899.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22501166
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
North Opening Railway Stations Starting Great Central Railway
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 23.9cm (14.6" x 9.4")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Capturing the Moment - The Inauguration of the Great Central Railway
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. This engraving, titled "Opening of the Great Central Railway" transports us back to a significant moment in history. Created by an anonymous English School artist in the 19th century, this print showcases a monumental event that forever changed London's transportation landscape. The scene depicts a bustling railway station filled with eager onlookers eagerly awaiting the departure of a train. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation and excitement as people from all walks of life gather to witness this historic occasion. The locomotive stands proudly at the forefront, billowing steam into the air, ready to embark on its maiden journey along the newly opened Great Central Railway. As we delve into this remarkable image, we are reminded of how railways revolutionized travel during this era. This particular railway line connected London with various destinations in northern England, offering unprecedented speed and convenience for both passengers and goods alike. Notably present amidst the crowd is Mr. C. T. Ritchie, whose vision and determination played a pivotal role in bringing this ambitious project to fruition. His presence symbolizes not only his personal achievement but also represents countless individuals who worked tirelessly behind-the-scenes to make this grand endeavor possible. This extraordinary engraving serves as an enduring testament to human ingenuity and progress while capturing an unforgettable moment that shaped London's transport infrastructure forevermore.
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