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Framed Print : No 1 Shop, Sawmill, 1909
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No 1 Shop, Sawmill, 1909
Huge logs are waiting to be cut up here in the Swindon Works sawmill. A crane, spanning the width of the mill, is used to maneuver the logs onto the cutting machines
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 485135
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
Carriage Works Swindon Timber Wood Logs Saw Mill
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "No 1 Shop, Sawmill, 1909" from STEAM Museum of the GWR. This captivating vintage photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the immense logs waiting to be transformed at Swindon Works sawmill. The crane, spanning the width of the mill, adds to the grandeur of the scene as it maneuvers logs to the cutting machines. Bring a piece of industrial history into your home or office with this beautifully framed print, a perfect addition for any space that appreciates the beauty of the past.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). 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 24.4cm x 19.5cm (9.6" x 7.7")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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 from 1909, we are transported back in time to the bustling No 1 Shop at the Swindon Works sawmill. The sheer magnitude of the scene is awe-inspiring as enormous logs patiently await their fate, ready to be transformed into valuable timber. Towering high above them, a mighty crane stretches across the width of the mill, its purpose clear - to deftly maneuver these colossal logs onto cutting machines. The atmosphere within this historic workshop is palpable; it hums with anticipation and echoes with the rhythmic sounds of machinery. Skilled workers can be seen meticulously operating various tools and equipment, ensuring that every cut is precise and every piece of wood meets GWR's exacting standards. This image not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a testament to the craftsmanship and ingenuity that defined Swindon Works during its heyday. It offers us a glimpse into an era when manual labor was paramount, where human skill combined seamlessly with industrial might. As we marvel at this remarkable snapshot from STEAM Museum of the GWR, we cannot help but appreciate how such scenes laid down foundations for progress while shaping our modern world. This photograph stands as a poignant reminder of our rich industrial heritage – one that continues to inspire generations today.
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