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Antique Framed Print : Upgrading the line OP04913
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Upgrading the line OP04913
A Star Class steam locomotive passing along part of the South Devon and Tavistock Railway. This view possibly looking south-west along the stretch of line East of Plymouth near Crabtree or Marsh Mills and beside the River Plym. Part of the Early Photographic Print Collection, included in a batch of photos mostly showing Cornish railway engineering. Date uncertain
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Media ID 15045914
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Carriage Engineering Locomotive Railway Transport
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 23.3cm (14.6" x 9.2")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the remarkable transformation of the line OP04913, as a majestic Star Class steam locomotive gracefully passes along a section of the South Devon and Tavistock Railway. The view captured in this image possibly gazes southwest, revealing a picturesque stretch of track located east of Plymouth near Crabtree or Marsh Mills, nestled alongside the serene River Plym. Part of Historic England's Early Photographic Print Collection, this photograph offers a glimpse into an era when railway engineering was at its zenith. The date remains uncertain, adding an air of mystery to this historical snapshot. The sheer power and elegance exuded by the steam locomotive is truly awe-inspiring. Its billowing plumes create a mesmerizing contrast against the tranquil backdrop of lush greenery and flowing water. This image serves as a testament to human ingenuity and innovation in transportation during that time. As we admire this piece from Historic England Archive, it is impossible not to marvel at the intricate craftsmanship involved in creating such magnificent machinery. From every meticulously designed carriage to each precisely engineered component, this photograph encapsulates both artistry and functionality. Let us take a moment to appreciate how far we have come since then while acknowledging our indebtedness to those who paved the way for modern railway systems worldwide.
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