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Antique Framed Print : The Rocket Contrasted with the Lost Type of 4-4-0, c1930. Creator: Unknown
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The Rocket Contrasted with the Lost Type of 4-4-0, c1930. Creator: Unknown
The Rocket Contrasted with the Lost Type of 4-4-0, c1930. From " The Splendid Book of Locomotives", by C. Gibbard Jackson. [Sampson Low, Marston Co Ltd London, c1930]
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Media ID 18325182
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George Gibbard Jackson Gibbard Jackson Locomotion Locomotive Marston Co Ltd Robert Stephenson Rocket Sampson Low Steam Engine Steam Locomotive Steam Train Stephenson The Splendid Book Of Locomotives Train
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 16.3cm (14.6" x 6.4")
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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This print titled "The Rocket Contrasted with the Lost Type of 4-4-0, c1930" takes us back to a bygone era of British locomotion. The image showcases two remarkable steam engines side by side, highlighting the stark contrast between them. On one hand, we have the iconic Rocket, designed by Robert Stephenson in the early 19th century. Its sleek and innovative design revolutionized railway transportation and paved the way for modern locomotives. Standing tall and proud, this symbol of progress represents a significant milestone in British engineering history. In contrast, we see an unidentified lost type of 4-4-0 locomotive from around the same time period. Though its creator remains unknown, this forgotten engine serves as a poignant reminder of how quickly technology evolves and leaves behind relics of the past. The monochrome composition adds a touch of nostalgia to this scene captured in mid-century Britain. It transports us back to a simpler time when steam trains ruled the tracks and travel was filled with wonderment. Displayed within "The Splendid Book of Locomotives" by C. Gibbard Jackson, this print is not just an ordinary photograph but rather a piece that encapsulates both historical significance and artistic beauty. As we gaze upon it today, we are reminded of our rich heritage in transportation while also appreciating how far we've come since those pioneering days on railways across Britain's picturesque landscapes.
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