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Didcot Station and Signal Box, Oxfordshire, c. 1910
A view of the track at Didcot station in Oxfordshire, c.1910, also showing the signal box. In the distance is the Didcot provender store which provided the feed for the GWR horses across the network
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 15045598
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1910 1910s Didcot Oxfordshire Railway Signal Box Station Track
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 25.3cm (15.6" x 10")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the essence of a bygone era at Didcot Station in Oxfordshire, circa 1910. The scene showcases the railway track stretching into the distance, flanked by the imposing red-brick signal box. The signal box, a vital component of the railway system, controlled the flow of trains and ensured the safety of passengers and staff. In the background, the tall chimney of the Didcot Provender Store can be seen. This substantial building played a crucial role in the Great Western Railway (GWR) network, providing essential feed for the horses that pulled trains before the advent of diesel and electric locomotives. The store's proximity to the station ensured a steady supply of provisions for the horses, enabling them to work efficiently and maintain the railway's operations. The track, lined with sleepers and ballast, is a testament to the engineering prowess of the time. The steam trains, with their billowing smoke and hissing steam, were the backbone of the railway system, connecting communities and transporting goods across vast distances. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, when the rhythm of the railway was set by the beat of the steam engine and the watchful eye of the signalman. The scene is further enhanced by the lush greenery and the clear blue sky, adding a sense of tranquility and serenity to the bustling railway activity. This photograph is a reminder of the rich railway heritage that shaped the landscape of Oxfordshire and the wider UK, and serves as an inspiration for the ongoing preservation efforts at the Steam Museum of the GWR.
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