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Antique Framed Print : King George V at Cardiff Docks, 1927
Framed Photos from STEAM Museum
King George V at Cardiff Docks, 1927
King George Vs boiler being craned at Cardiff Docks, on its way to the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Centenary celebrations in America in 1927
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 13757591
Boiler Cardiff Crane Docks King George V
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 24.4cm x 18.8cm (9.6" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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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> Wales
> South Glamorgan
> Cardiff
> STEAM Museum of the GWR
> Locomotives
> Iconic
> King George V
> STEAM Museum of the GWR
> Locomotives
> Steam
> Standard Gauge
> King Class Locomotives
> STEAM Museum of the GWR
> People
> Railway Workers
> STEAM Museum of the GWR
> Places
> Docks
> Cardiff Docks
EDITORS COMMENTS
Captured in this historic print from 1927, we witness a momentous occasion at Cardiff Docks as King George V's majestic boiler is delicately lifted by a towering crane. This remarkable spectacle marked the beginning of an extraordinary journey across the Atlantic, destined for the grand Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Centenary celebrations in America. The image showcases not only the sheer magnitude of King George V's boiler but also highlights the intricate engineering prowess that went into its transportation. The colossal crane stands tall against the backdrop of bustling Cardiff Docks, symbolizing both industrial might and human ingenuity. As steam billows from its mighty form, one cannot help but marvel at the significance of this event. It represents a powerful connection between nations - bridging continents through shared technological advancements and celebrating a century of progress within rail transport. This photograph serves as a testament to King George V's reign and his commitment to fostering international relations through innovation. It encapsulates an era when steam power reigned supreme, propelling societies forward with unprecedented speed and efficiency. Preserved within STEAM Museum of GWR, this print invites us to reflect upon our rich industrial heritage while reminding us that even monumental achievements require collaboration and unity on a global scale.
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