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North Star in A Shop, Swindon Works, 1953
2-2-2 broad gauge locomotive stands on a plinth in A Shop. A pair of driving wheels belonging to Lord of the Isles can be seen in the foreground
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 697462
© STEAM Picture Library 2008 - All Rights Reserved
2 2 2 B Road North Star Swindon
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 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 17x15 inches (431x381mm). 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 24.4cm x 19.6cm (9.6" x 7.7")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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
This print captures a mesmerizing glimpse into the rich history of Swindon Works in 1953. Standing proudly on a plinth within A Shop, we see an elegant 2-2-2 broad gauge locomotive known as North Star. This magnificent steam engine exudes timeless beauty and serves as a testament to the incredible craftsmanship of its time. The foreground reveals another intriguing detail - a pair of driving wheels belonging to the legendary Lord of the Isles. These wheels, with their intricate design and robust construction, symbolize the power and innovation that propelled Great Western Railway forward during its golden era. As we gaze upon this remarkable scene, our imagination is transported back to an era when these mighty machines ruled the rails. The atmosphere within Swindon Works must have been electric, buzzing with skilled engineers meticulously tending to every detail of these locomotives. Preserved at STEAM Museum today, this photograph reminds us of how far we've come while honoring our railway heritage. It invites us to appreciate not only the engineering marvels themselves but also those who dedicated their lives to building them. In this image lies more than just metal and machinery; it encapsulates stories untold and memories long forgotten. It serves as a window into an era where steam reigned supreme and trains were more than mere transportation - they were symbols of progress and human ingenuity.
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