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Framed Print : AV Boiler Shop, c1920s
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AV Boiler Shop, c1920s
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 457405
© STEAM Picture Library 2007 - All Rights Reserved
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step into the past with our stunning framed print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR collection. This captivating image transports you back to the AV Boiler Shop in the 1920s, where the hum of industry and the clang of steel echoed through the air. The intricate details of the machinery and the dedication of the workers are beautifully preserved in this vintage photograph. Bring the history and nostalgia of the GWR into your home or office with our high-quality framed print, a timeless addition to any decor.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - 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 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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 evocative photograph captures the AV Boiler Shop in Swindon during the 1920s, a time when the Great Western Railway (GWR) was at the forefront of railway engineering innovation in the United Kingdom. The AV Boiler Shop, named after the renowned GWR Chief Mechanical Engineer, Ivan Kinchin-Smith's initials, was a vital component of the Swindon Works complex, which produced over 10,000 locomotives between 1843 and 1960. The image reveals a bustling scene of workers in various stages of constructing and repairing boilers for steam locomotives. The boiler, a critical component of a steam engine, is the large, cylindrical vessel at the heart of the photograph. It is filled with water and heated by a fire to create steam, which in turn powers the engine. The workers can be seen meticulously welding the boiler's seams, checking the pressure gauges, and hammering away at the metal. The photograph also showcases the impressive scale of the workshop, with towering cranes and massive machinery in the background. The open doors reveal a vast expanse of space, allowing for the large locomotives to be maneuvered in and out for repairs. The workers, dressed in their overalls and protective gear, appear focused and determined, a testament to the importance of their work in keeping the railway running smoothly. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing a fascinating insight into the world of railway engineering during the 1920s. The AV Boiler Shop at Swindon Works was a hive of activity, where skilled workers combined their expertise and dedication to produce and maintain the steam locomotives that powered the GWR's extensive network. This photograph is a reminder of the ingenuity, hard work, and passion that went into creating and maintaining the steam railway, a legacy that continues to inspire and captivate us today.
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