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Antique Framed Print : Crewe Locomotive Works OP03587
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Crewe Locomotive Works OP03587
Crewe Locomotive Works, Forge Street, Crewe, Cheshire. From the L G Fisher Collection, photographed in 1910. Dissolution of a sample of steel for carbon estimation in a laboratory
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Media ID 13280787
© Historic England Archive
Engineering Industrial Railway Metallurgy
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the 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
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.8cm x 24.4cm (7.4" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print from the Historic England Archive takes us back in time to 1910, capturing a significant moment at Crewe Locomotive Works in Cheshire. The image showcases the bustling industrial scene of Forge Street, where skilled engineers and scientists are hard at work conducting experiments related to metallurgy and chemistry. In this particular frame, we witness a fascinating process unfolding within the laboratory walls. A scientist is seen carefully dissolving a sample of steel for carbon estimation. Surrounded by various scientific instruments and equipment, he meticulously carries out his task with utmost precision. This snapshot offers an intriguing glimpse into the meticulous nature of early engineering practices. The Crewe Locomotive Works was renowned for its contribution to railway development during that era. It served as a hub for innovation and progress, attracting brilliant minds from across disciplines such as engineering and metallurgy. This photograph not only captures their dedication but also highlights the intersection between science and industry. Preserved through time, this print allows us to appreciate the rich history behind Britain's industrial revolution. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of technological advancements while honoring those who paved the way for modern engineering practices.
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