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Canvas Print : No 6010 King Charles I at Swindon Engine Shed, 1951
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No 6010 King Charles I at Swindon Engine Shed, 1951
4-6-0 King class locomotive. Built 1928. Seen here at Swindon Shed being tube cleaned with a steam lance
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 413739
© Steam Picture Library
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Print of "No. 6010 King Charles I" at Swindon Engine Shed, 1951. This stunning image captures the essence of railway history with the iconic 4-6-0 King class locomotive, No. 6010, in action. Built in 1928, this magnificent machine is seen here undergoing tube cleaning with a steam lance at Swindon Shed. Each Canvas Print from Media Storehouse is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colours and exceptional detail. Bring the nostalgia of steam railways into your home or office with this captivating piece of railway memorabilia.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 53.3cm x 35.6cm (21" x 14")
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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This photograph, taken at Swindon Engine Shed in 1951, showcases No. 6010 King Charles I, a majestic 4-6-0 King class locomotive, undergoing routine maintenance. Built in 1928, this steam engine was a testament to the engineering prowess of its time. The scene unfolds with a dedicated team of railway staff meticulously working on the engine, ensuring its continued excellence. In the foreground, a worker wields a steam lance, directing a powerful jet of steam towards the engine's firebox to clean away soot and grime. The hiss and steam plumes add to the sense of industry and activity. Swindon Engine Shed, with its red-brick walls and tall chimneys, forms an impressive backdrop to the scene. The shed was a hive of activity, where locomotives were maintained, repaired, and prepared for their next assignments. The presence of King Charles I, one of the many proud additions to the Great Western Railway's (GWR) fleet, underscores the importance of this location in the railway's history. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of railway staff, their dedication to maintaining the fleet, and the symbiotic relationship between man and machine. The steam age was an era of innovation, hard work, and unwavering commitment to keeping the railways running smoothly. This photograph is a poignant reminder of that time, a time when the rhythm of the railway was the heartbeat of the nation.
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