Fine Art Print : Navvies landscaping a cutting, c1880s
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Fine Art Prints from STEAM Museum
Navvies landscaping a cutting, c1880s
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 1284580
© STEAM Picture Library 2008 - All Rights Reserved
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring Navvies at work on a cutting in the 1880s, as captured by the STEAM Museum of the GWR. This stunning black and white photograph transports you to an era of hard labor and engineering marvels. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials and techniques, ensuring a beautiful and long-lasting addition to your home or office decor. Relive the history of railway construction through this captivating image, and bring a piece of the past into your present.
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 56.6cm x 42cm (22.3" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print titled "Navvies Landscaping a Cutting, c1880s" we are transported back in time to witness the remarkable efforts of these hardworking individuals. The image captures a pivotal moment during the construction of the Great Western Railway (GWR), showcasing the immense dedication and skill required to shape and mold the landscape. As our eyes delve into the scene, we see a group of determined navvies working tirelessly within a deep cutting. Their muscular frames and weathered faces bear testament to their arduous labor, as they wield shovels and picks with unwavering determination. The sheer scale of their task becomes evident when juxtaposed against the towering walls of earth surrounding them. The composition exudes an air of camaraderie among these workers, united by their shared purpose in transforming nature's obstacles into pathways for progress. Each individual plays a vital role in this symphony of industry, harmoniously shaping every contour and curve with precision. This photograph not only showcases human resilience but also highlights how railway expansion played an instrumental role in connecting communities across vast distances. It serves as a poignant reminder that behind every great engineering feat lies countless hours of physical exertion and unwavering commitment from those who dedicated themselves to building such monumental infrastructure. Preserved within STEAM Museum's collection, this print offers us an invaluable glimpse into history—a tribute to those unsung heroes whose sweat and toil paved the way for future generations' journeys along GWR's tracks.
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