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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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Greetings Card Large (A4)
"Step back in time with our vintage greetings cards from the Media Storehouse collection. This charming design features a captivating image of Kings Cross station in the 1950s, as the luxurious Queen of Scots Pullman train arrives, proudly hauled by a Class A3 engine. Evoke the nostalgic charm of British Railways' golden era with this elegant greeting card, perfect for transporting your loved ones to a bygone era."
Create your own large greetings card. Size when folded is A4 (21x30cm or 8.3x11.7 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 29.7cm x 21cm (11.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29.7cm x 42cm (11.7" 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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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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