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Framed Print : Kings Cross station, British Railways, c1950s
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Kings Cross station, British Railways, c1950s
Kings Cross station, British Railways, c1950s. The luxury Queen of Scots Pullman train arriving into Kings Cross station, hauled by a Class A3 engine, built by the London & North Eastern Railway. V2 class 2-6-0 locomotive number 915 is on a nearby track
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Media ID 10013512
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30"x26" (78x68cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our vintage framed print from the Media Storehouse collection. This elegant piece showcases an iconic moment in British railway history, as the luxurious Queen of Scots Pullman train pulls into Kings Cross station in the 1950s. The image captures the grandeur of the era, with a Class A3 engine from the London & North Eastern Railway leading the way. Add this timeless piece to your decor and let the history of British railways come alive in your home.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 24x20 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 30x26 inches (76x68cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 43mm wide x 32mm 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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.9cm x 57.3cm (23.6" x 22.6")
Estimated Product Size is 78.2cm x 68.2cm (30.8" x 26.9")
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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Step back in time to the 1950s at Kings Cross station, British Railways. This print captures the essence of luxury and grandeur as the Queen of Scots Pullman train gracefully arrives into the bustling station. Pulled by a magnificent Class A3 engine, built by the renowned London & North Eastern Railway, this spectacle is a true testament to man-made engineering marvels. Intriguingly, while all eyes are on the opulent Pullman train, nearby on another track stands V2 class 2-6-0 locomotive number 915. Its presence adds an extra layer of authenticity and nostalgia to this snapshot from railway history. The billowing smoke from these steam engines creates an enchanting atmosphere that transports us back to a time when rail travel was not just about reaching a destination but also about experiencing elegance and sophistication. As we admire this remarkable image captured by imagination works, it's impossible not to be captivated by both the architectural beauty of Kings Cross station and the power of these majestic locomotives. The National Railway Museum has preserved this piece of transport history for generations to come – reminding us how railways have shaped our world. This print invites us on a journey through time – evoking feelings of excitement, wonderment, and appreciation for an era when trains were more than mere modes of transportation; they were symbols of progress and adventure.
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