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Poster Print : Paddington Station, the London terminus of the Great Western Railway, 1854
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Paddington Station, the London terminus of the Great Western Railway, 1854
Paddington Station, the London terminus of the Great Western Railway, 1854. Iron was used in the construction of the roof, and the spans supported on cast iron pillars. The building, which was the joint work of Isambard Kingdom Brunel (1806-1859) and Matthew Digby Wyatt, opened in 1854
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Brunel Civil Engineering Domestic Domestic Appliance Engineering Great Western Railway Household Appliance Iron Isambard Kingdom Isambard Kingdom Brunel Oxford Science Archive Paddington Paddington Station Railway Station Station Train Station Wyatt City Of Westminster
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning Paddington Station Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image transports you to 1854, showcasing the iconic London terminus of the Great Western Railway in its early glory. Created by the visionary team of Isambard Kingdom Brunel, Matthew Digby Wyatt, and an unknown artist, this poster brings to life the grandeur of the era, with intricate ironwork and cast pillars supporting the impressive roof. Add this historical piece to your collection and adorn your walls with a piece of railway history.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 36.6cm (23.4" x 14.4")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" 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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This print showcases the iconic Paddington Station, a true testament to the ingenuity of 19th-century engineering. Serving as the London terminus of the Great Western Railway since its opening in 1854, this architectural marvel was a joint effort between Isambard Kingdom Brunel and Matthew Digby Wyatt. The image highlights the innovative use of iron in constructing the station's roof, with elegant spans supported by sturdy cast iron pillars. The grandeur and scale of this Victorian masterpiece are evident, reflecting Britain's industrial prowess during that era. Located in the heart of London's City of Westminster, Paddington Station stands as a symbol of progress and connectivity. Its role as a major transportation hub facilitated domestic travel across England while also serving as an important link for international journeys. Through this photograph, we catch a glimpse into history – witnessing how railway stations transformed from mere functional spaces into architectural wonders. The monochrome aesthetic adds depth to every detail captured within this frame, emphasizing both strength and elegance. As we admire this print today, it serves not only as a reminder of our rich heritage but also as an inspiration for future generations to continue pushing boundaries in civil engineering and transportation design.
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