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Photographic Print : Forth Railway Bridge from the South-East, c1890, Scotland. Completing the first bay
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Forth Railway Bridge from the South-East, c1890, Scotland. Completing the first bay
Forth Railway Bridge from the South-East, c1890, Scotland. Completing the first bay. This bridge, built for the North British Railway Company, was begun in 1882 and opened on 4 March 1890. Benjamin Baker (1840-1907) the engineer. William Arrol (1839-1913) the principal contractor. The steel for the girders was produced the by the Siemens-Martin process. Photograph
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Media ID 9778413
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1882 1890 Baker Begun Benjamin Bridge Built C1890 Civil Company Engineer Engineering Forth Girders Manufacture March Metal North Opened Principal Process Produced Rail Railway Scotland South East Steel Transport William 1840 1907 Arrol Completing Contractor
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse photographic print from Universal Images Group. Witness the historic moment of the Forth Railway Bridge in Scotland, as it completes its first bay in 1890. This stunning image, captured from the South-East, showcases the engineering marvel in its early stages of construction for the North British Railway Company. Bring the rich history of this iconic landmark into your home or office with our high-quality, archival-grade prints. Experience the past in present-day brilliance.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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 print showcases the iconic Forth Railway Bridge from the South-East, captured around 1890 in Scotland. The image beautifully captures the completion of the first bay of this magnificent bridge, which was a remarkable feat of engineering for its time. Built for the North British Railway Company, construction on this awe-inspiring structure began in 1882 and it was finally opened to the public on 4 March 1890. The masterminds behind this architectural marvel were Benjamin Baker, an esteemed engineer known for his innovative designs, and William Arrol, the principal contractor responsible for bringing their vision to life. The steel used in manufacturing the girders that form this colossal bridge was produced using the Siemens-Martin process, a groundbreaking technique at that time. This method ensured durability and strength while maintaining precision in every detail. As you gaze upon this photograph, you can't help but admire both its grandeur and elegance. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance in conquering challenging terrains through civil engineering marvels like these. The Forth Railway Bridge remains an enduring symbol of transportation progress in Britain's history. Its towering presence stands as a reminder of how innovation can shape our world even more than a century later.
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