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Opening of the East Indian Railway
The opening of the East Indian Railway, showing the Burdwan Station. The huge railway line connected Calcutta, Delhi and Lahore. Date: 3rd February 1855
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1850s 1855 Opening Railways Trains
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 25.1cm (15.6" x 9.9")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the historic moment of the opening of the East Indian Railway on 3rd February 1855, at Burdwan Station. The East Indian Railway was a significant milestone in Indian transportation history, connecting Calcutta (now Kolkata), Delhi, and Lahore, extending over 1,300 kilometers. The railway line revolutionized travel and communication between the major cities of British India, reducing travel time and bringing people closer. The image portrays a bustling scene at Burdwan Station, with a crowd of onlookers gathered to witness the arrival of the first train. The railway line stretches out into the distance, disappearing into the horizon, symbolizing the vastness and reach of this engineering marvel. The steam engine, the lifeblood of the railway, sits proudly at the station, ready to embark on its maiden voyage. The East Indian Railway marked the beginning of the railway era in India, paving the way for the expansion of the rail network across the subcontinent. The 1850s saw a surge in railway construction, with the British colonial administration recognizing the potential of railways for economic development and military logistics. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the engineers and laborers who built the railway, and the excitement and curiosity of the people who witnessed its opening. The East Indian Railway opened up new opportunities for trade, commerce, and travel, and played a crucial role in shaping the social and economic landscape of colonial India. Today, it stands as a symbol of India's rich railway heritage and the transformative power of transportation infrastructure.
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