Antique Framed Print : A contractors Locomotive
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
A contractors Locomotive
A contractors Locomotive, removing cleared earth and rubble from the site of a new stretch of railway track. Date: circa 1904
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Media ID 14145380
© Linda Etchart Lantern Slide Collection / Mary Evans
Bogies Cleared Contractors Earth Loco Locomotive Removes Removing Rubble Stretch Track Wagons
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
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 21.6cm (14.6" x 8.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken circa 1904, showcases a contractor's locomotive in the midst of removing cleared earth and rubble from a new stretch of railway track. The powerful steam engine, with its distinctive chimney billowing smoke, is expertly maneuvering wagons and bogies filled with debris, having made its way to the construction site. The scene transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the history of railway development. The locomotive, a testament to engineering prowess, plays a pivotal role in the transformation of the landscape, paving the way for the expansion of the railway network. The contractor's locomotive, a versatile workhorse, is a crucial component in the railway construction process. Its ability to transport heavy loads and clear obstacles makes it an indispensable tool for building new tracks and maintaining existing ones. The wagons and bogies, filled with earth and rubble, are carefully removed from the site, making way for the laying of new tracks. The process is laborious and time-consuming, but essential for the successful completion of the project. This photograph offers a fascinating insight into the past, providing a visual representation of the hard work and dedication required to build and expand railway networks. The contractor's locomotive, with its powerful steam engine and intricate machinery, continues to captivate us with its historical significance and engineering marvel.
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