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Poster Print : Tanfield Railway carriage foreman Mel Deighton working on the 50 year old LNER Ballast
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Tanfield Railway carriage foreman Mel Deighton working on the 50 year old LNER Ballast
Tanfield Railway carriage foreman Mel Deighton working on the 50 year old LNER Ballast Brake which was converted to a passenger carriage, for its major overhaul before going back to service for the summer on 4th May 1998.
Also helped by David Hurst
NCJ
NCJ Archive
Mirrorpix
Media ID 21619514
© Mirrorpix
Engines Industrial Scene Journey Painting Public Transport Rails Railway Rust Steam Trains Two Men Only Mixed Age Range
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Print featuring the iconic image of Mel Deighton, carriage foreman of the Tanfield Railway, meticulously working on a 50-year-old LNER Ballast Brake. This vintage photograph, captured by NCJ of Memory Lane Prints, beautifully showcases Mel's dedication to preserving history. Bring the charm of yesteryears into your home or office with this timeless piece of railway heritage. Order your Media Storehouse Poster Print today.
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 39.7cm (23.4" x 15.6")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print captured by NCJ, we are transported back to the industrial scene of Tanfield Railway in May 1998. The image showcases the dedicated craftsmanship of Tanfield Railway carriage foreman Mel Deighton as he meticulously works on the 50-year-old LNER Ballast Brake, which has been converted into a passenger carriage. With rusted rails and a backdrop of steam engines, this snapshot encapsulates the essence of public transport during that era. Mel Deighton's expertise is evident as he undertakes a major overhaul on this historic piece before it embarks on its summer service. Assisting him in this laborious task is David Hurst, their combined efforts ensuring that every detail is perfected for an unforgettable journey ahead. The photograph not only captures two men engrossed in their work but also represents a mixed age range coming together to preserve and maintain our rich railway heritage. As Mel delicately paints away imperfections, his dedication shines through, showcasing his commitment to keeping these vintage carriages alive. This image serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving our transportation history and paying homage to those who tirelessly work behind the scenes. It transports us back to an era where steam trains were at the heart of our journeys and evokes nostalgia for simpler times when rail travel was both reliable and enchanting.
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