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Fine Art Print : York station, London & North Eastern Railway, about 1951
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York station, London & North Eastern Railway, about 1951
York station, London & North Eastern Railway. Looking north from the footbridge 1951ja A southbound train is arriving at platform 8 with A2 class 4-6-2 locomotive Edward Thompson. A scene from the British Transport Films production This is York. c November/December 1951
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A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse's collection. This stunning image captures York Station in 1951, a time when the London & North Eastern Railway's A2 class 4-6-2 locomotive, Edward Thompson, gracefully pulled into platform 8. Experience the nostalgia of a bygone era as you admire the intricate details of the train and the station, expertly preserved in this beautiful print. A must-have for railway enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions. Hahnemühle certified studio for digital fine art printing. Printed on 308gsm Photo Rag Paper.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42.3cm x 42cm (16.7" 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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This print takes us back to the bustling York station in 1951, during the heyday of the London & North Eastern Railway. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, our eyes are immediately drawn to a magnificent A2 class 4-6-2 locomotive named Edward Thompson, proudly pulling a southbound train into platform 8. The scene is reminiscent of a bygone era when steam engines ruled the tracks and evokes a sense of nostalgia for railway enthusiasts and history buffs alike. The imposing presence of Edward Thompson exudes power and elegance, showcasing the remarkable engineering achievements of its time. From atop the footbridge, we witness an intricate web of rail lines converging at this historic junction. The man-made structure that is York station stands as a testament to human ingenuity and serves as a gateway connecting people from all walks of life. This photograph hails from British Transport Films' production "This is York" capturing not only the physicality but also the spirit and essence of travel during those years. It transports us back to an era where rail transport was not merely about getting from point A to B but rather an experience filled with anticipation, adventure, and wonder. Preserved within National Railway Museum's vast collection, this image invites us on a journey through time—a reminder that railways have shaped our world in countless ways. Let it ignite your imagination as you envision yourself standing amidst the hustle and bustle of one of Britain's most iconic stations—York Station.
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