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Poster Print : View of Swindon Station, c. 1890s
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View of Swindon Station, c. 1890s
This photograph shows Swindon Junction Station in Wiltshire, looking towards Bristol, c.1890s. The station became known as simply Swindon Station after Swindon Town station closed in the 1960s
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 1107592
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1890s Junction Station Swindon Swindon Junction Wiltshire
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of historic poster prints, featuring the stunning "View of Swindon Station, c. 1890s" from STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway. This captivating photograph transports you back in time to Swindon Junction Station in Wiltshire, as it looked towards Bristol during the 1890s. Swindon Station, known as Swindon Town station before the closure of the latter in the 1960s, is a testament to the rich railway history of the region. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this beautifully printed poster, perfect for railway enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone who appreciates the elegance of a bygone era.
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 52.5cm x 42cm (20.7" x 16.5")
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 photograph, taken around the 1890s, showcases Swindon Junction Station in its historic glory. Situated in the county of Wiltshire, Swindon Junction Station was a significant railway hub during the Victorian era. The image, looking towards Bristol, depicts the grandeur and complexity of the station, with its intricate architecture and sprawling train tracks. Swindon Junction Station was a crucial part of the Great Western Railway (GWR) network, connecting various towns and cities across the southwest of England. The station's strategic location allowed for seamless transportation of passengers and goods, making it an essential link in the region's transportation infrastructure. The photograph captures the station at a pivotal moment in its history. The ornate station buildings, adorned with intricate brickwork and decorative details, stand proudly against the backdrop of the rolling hills and lush greenery. Trains of various sizes and shapes fill the tracks, ready to embark on their journeys. Swindon Junction Station was later known as Swindon Station after Swindon Town station closed in the 1960s. Today, the station continues to serve as an essential transportation hub, connecting Swindon and the surrounding areas to the rest of the country. This photograph is a testament to the rich railway history of Swindon and the important role the station played in the development of the region's transportation network.
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