Framed Print : DESERT EXPRESS TRAIN
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
DESERT EXPRESS TRAIN
Libyas " Desert Express", jammed with soldiers, colonists and natives. The Gadames-Tripoli railway runs 350 miles through unbearable heat, unprotected from the sun Date: 1940s
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Media ID 14285186
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Colonists Desert Express Heat Jammed Libya Miles Natives Overcrowded Runs Tripoli Unprotected
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Transport yourself back in time with our stunning Framed Print of "Desert Express Train" from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of the 1940s as soldiers, colonists, and natives crowd aboard the Desert Express in the unforgiving Libyan desert. The Gadames-Tripoli railway, a remarkable engineering feat, stretches 350 miles through the unbearable heat, offering a glimpse into history's untold stories. Adorn your walls with this evocative piece, a testament to human resilience and the power of transportation in shaping history.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 26.3cm x 39.6cm (10.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the Desert Express train in motion through the arid landscape of Libya during the 1940s. The train, operated by the Libyan railway system, was a vital link connecting the remote regions of Gadames and Tripoli, covering a distance of 350 miles. The image showcases the overcrowded nature of the train, with soldiers, colonists, and native Libyans jammed together, seeking refuge from the unbearable heat. The sun beats down mercilessly upon the unprotected passengers, casting long shadows over the parched terrain. The train, a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance, cuts through the seemingly endless expanse of sand and rock. The Desert Express was more than just a means of transportation; it was a lifeline, connecting people and communities in the harsh and inhospitable environment of the Libyan desert. This powerful image transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the past and the challenges faced by those who dared to venture into the unknown.
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