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Locomotive no 4003 Lode Star 4-6-0
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15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Bring the rich history of railroading into your home or office with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring Locomotive No. 4003 Lode Star 4-6-0. This stunning image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intricate details and classic design of this iconic 4-6-0 steam locomotive. Our high-quality metal prints are not only visually appealing but also durable, making them a great addition to any space. Each print is individually crafted using a unique process that prints the image directly onto a sheet of aluminum, resulting in a vibrant, long-lasting display. Transport yourself back in time with this beautiful piece of railway history.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases Locomotive No. 4003 Lode Star, a 4-6-0 type engine that once graced the rails of the Great Western Railway (GWR) in the western regions of the United Kingdom. The Lode Star, named after the Lode Star Inn in Stroud, Gloucestershire, was built in 1927 and was a fine example of the GWR's iconic Star Class locomotives. The locomotive's powerful and elegant design is evident in this image, with its polished brass fittings, gleaming black body, and intricate detailing. The large, curved boiler and tall, cylindrical chimney are characteristic of the steam era, while the tender behind the engine holds an ample supply of water and coal to fuel its journey. The 4-6-0 wheel arrangement, also known as the "Mogul" classification, is named for its four leading wheels, six driving wheels, and no trailing wheels. This configuration provided excellent traction and stability, making it a popular choice for heavy freight and passenger trains. The Lode Star, with its distinctive star insignia on the tender, was a testament to the engineering prowess of the GWR during the steam age. Its retirement from service in the late 1960s marked the end of an era in railway history, but its legacy lives on in the memories of railway enthusiasts and through images like this one. This photograph, taken from a bird's-eye perspective, offers a unique and captivating view of the Lode Star as it proudly displays its power and presence on the rails. The scene is completed by the surrounding landscape, with its lush greenery and winding tracks, evoking a sense of nostalgia for the golden age of rail transport.
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