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Antique Framed Print : The Switchback Railway, Folkestone, Kent
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The Switchback Railway, Folkestone, Kent
The Switchback Railway, Folkestone, near Hythe, Kent, England. Date: 1910s
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Media ID 14200591
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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 22.7cm (14.6" x 8.9")
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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1. Title: A Journey Through Time: The Switchback Railway of Folkestone, Kent, England (1910s) 2. Subtitle: Nostalgic Memories of a Bygone Era 3. Description: Step back in time with this image of the Switchback Railway in Folkestone, Kent, England, dating back to the 1910s. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of this unique and intriguing attraction, which once brought joy and excitement to countless visitors. The Switchback Railway, located near Hythe, was a popular tourist attraction that operated between the late 1880s and the 1930s. This charming railway featured a series of interconnected loops and switchbacks, allowing passengers to experience a thrilling ride up and down the cliffs of Folkestone. In this photograph, we see a train full of passengers, dressed in their Sunday best, eagerly anticipating their journey. The train, pulled by a powerful engine, is poised at the starting point, ready to embark on its ascent up the cliffside. The passengers' expressions of excitement and delight are a testament to the enduring appeal of this vintage railway. The cliffside backdrop, adorned with lush greenery and picturesque houses, adds to the idyllic setting. The clear blue sky and the sun's warm rays further emphasize the beauty and serenity of the scene. This photograph is a reminder of a bygone era, when life moved at a slower pace, and simple pleasures brought immense joy. The Switchback Railway of Folkestone stands as a testament to the power of nostalgia and the enduring allure of history. 4. Keywords: 1910s, The Switchback Railway, Folkestone, Hythe, Kent, England, history, historical, vintage, railway, cliffs, nostalgia, bygone era, tourist attraction, thrilling ride, engine, passengers, serene, idyllic, lush greenery, picturesque houses, blue sky, sun, enduring allure, simple pleasures.
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