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47xx class locomotive No. 4704
2-8-0 mixed traffic locomotive. Built April 1922. This class of locomotive was often refered to as Night Owls
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 8683607
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 25cm (15.6" x 9.8")
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 showcases 47xx Class locomotive No. 4704, a 2-8-0 mixed traffic "Night Owl" engine, proudly displayed at the Steam Museum of the Great Western Railway (GWR). Built in April 1922, this locomotive is a testament to the engineering prowess of its time. The 47xx Class, also known as the "Night Owls," was renowned for its distinctive appearance, featuring large round headlights and a distinctive chimney design. These engines were primarily used for freight and passenger services on secondary routes, often working late into the night to keep the railway network running smoothly. No. 4704, with its powerful 2-8-0 wheel arrangement, was well-equipped to handle the varied demands of mixed traffic operations. Its large boiler and powerful cylinders enabled it to pull heavy loads with ease, while its agility and maneuverability made it an ideal choice for shunting and branch line duties. The "Night Owl" moniker was a fitting tribute to these engines, which worked tirelessly through the night to keep the railway network humming. The name also reflected their distinctive appearance, with their large headlights casting an eerie glow in the darkness of the railway yards. Today, 4704 stands proudly on display at the Steam Museum of the GWR, a reminder of the vital role these engines played in the history of the railway. Visitors to the museum can marvel at its intricate details, from the gleaming brass fittings to the intricate valve gear, and imagine the sights and sounds of a bygone era when steam power ruled the rails.
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