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24th February 1927: A group of Eton college students watching the star class engine Knight Templar (no. 4019) being lifted at GWRs Swindon works. (Photo by E. Bacon/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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E. Bacon
Media ID 18362219
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with this captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Witness the awe-inspired expressions of Eton College students as they watch the historic star class engine, Knight Templar (no. 4019), being lifted at GWR's Swindon works in this vintage photograph taken by E. Bacon in 1927. This exquisite print, part of our Fine Art collection, is a testament to the marvels of engineering and the rich history of transportation. Bring this captivating moment into your home or office and relive the wonder of the past.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 56.3cm x 42cm (22.2" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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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In this photo print, taken on the 24th of February in 1927, we are transported back to a moment in time at GWR's Swindon works. A group of bright-eyed engineering students from Eton College stand together, their faces filled with awe and curiosity as they witness an extraordinary sight unfold before them. The star class engine Knight Templar (no. 4019), a magnificent steam locomotive, is being carefully lifted by skilled workers. The composition of the image beautifully captures the landscape format, emphasizing both the grandeur of the locomotive and the vastness of its surroundings. The monochromatic tones add a timeless quality to this snapshot from history. Evidently fascinated by machinery and innovation, these young men have gathered here to witness firsthand the marvels of engineering that were shaping their world. Their expressions reveal a mix of admiration and wonderment as they observe every detail with keen interest. Photographer E. Bacon skillfully documents this significant moment in British industrial history through his lens for Topical Press Agency/Getty Images. This remarkable photograph serves as a testament to human ingenuity while also capturing a sense of camaraderie among these future engineers. As we gaze upon this evocative scene frozen in time, it reminds us not only of our collective progress but also highlights how education has played an integral role in shaping generations who continue to push boundaries and strive for innovation even today.
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