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STEAM Museum Photo Prints and Wall Art
12a Carpenters Shop, 1960
The carpenters shop was based within the Carriage and Wagons Works. Here they made an array of wooden items for use within the Great Western Railway. Here a carpenter is using a plane on a set of wooden drawers destined for a Great Western Railway office. STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway. © STEAM - Museum of the GWR
Media ID 24791085
1960 1960s Carriage And Wagon Works Swindon Works Wood Carpenter Furniture
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This print from 1960 takes us back to the bustling Carpenters Shop within the Carriage and Wagons Works at Swindon. Stepping into this wooden wonderland, skilled craftsmen dedicated their days to creating a variety of exquisite wooden items for use within the Great Western Railway. In this particular snapshot frozen in time, we witness a talented carpenter meticulously working on a set of wooden drawers destined for a Great Western Railway office. With his steady hands and keen eye for detail, he delicately glides a plane across the surface, shaping each piece with precision and care. The aroma of freshly cut wood permeates the air as sawdust dances in the sunlight streaming through large windows. The shop is filled with an array of tools hanging neatly on pegboards, ready to be wielded by these master artisans. Their expertise lies not only in crafting functional furniture but also in infusing it with elegance that matches the grandeur of railway travel. As we admire this scene captured six decades ago, we are transported back to an era when craftsmanship reigned supreme. Each stroke of the plane represents countless hours spent honing skills passed down through generations. This image serves as a testament to both human ingenuity and dedication to excellence that defined Swindon Works during its heyday. Today, thanks to STEAM Museum's preservation efforts, we can marvel at this snapshot from history and appreciate the immense talent behind every piece created within these hallowed walls.
Framed Prints
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "12a Carpenters Shop, 1960" from STEAM Museum of the GWR. This captivating image offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the Carpenters Shop within the Carriage and Wagons Works. Here, skilled craftsmen meticulously created an array of wooden items essential for the Great Western Railway. Preserved in this Framed Print, history comes alive, offering a unique and authentic reminder of the rich railway heritage. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade Framed Print.
Photo Prints
Discover the rich history of the Great Western Railway (GWR) with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print of "12a Carpenters Shop, 1960" from the STEAM Museum. This evocative image offers a unique glimpse into the past, as carpenters meticulously craft wooden items within the Carriage and Wagons Works. Each print boasts stunning detail and resolution, allowing you to relive the era and appreciate the skill and craftsmanship that went into maintaining the GWR's extensive fleet. Bring the nostalgia home and adorn your walls with this captivating piece of railway history.
Poster Prints
Introducing the Media Storehouse Poster Print of "12a Carpenters Shop, 1960" from STEAM Museum of the GWR. This captivating image offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the Carpenters Shop based within the Carriage and Wagons Works. In this bustling workspace, craftsmen created a variety of wooden items essential for the smooth operation of the Great Western Railway. This vintage photograph transports you back in time, offering a unique and intriguing look at the dedication and skill that went into maintaining the railway. Add this historic print to your collection and let the stories of the past come alive in your home or office.
Jigsaw Puzzles
Discover the rich history of the Great Western Railway with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle showcases the Carpenters Shop at 12a, STEAM Museum of the GWR. Set in the 1960s, this puzzle offers a glimpse into the past, where skilled craftsmen created a variety of wooden items for use within the railway. Assemble this beautiful puzzle piece by piece and bring the history of the Carriage and Wagons Works to life in your own home. A perfect activity for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Immerse yourself in the story of the Great Western Railway as you piece together this captivating jigsaw puzzle.
