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Viaduct across the Great Northern Railway, London (engraving)
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Viaduct across the Great Northern Railway, London (engraving)
583492 Viaduct across the Great Northern Railway, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Viaduct across the Great Northern Railway, London; from The Illustrated London News, 15 November 1851); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23496998
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Carriages Great Northern Railway Illustrated London News Viaduct
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This engraving transports us back to the bustling streets of 19th century London. The viaduct, an architectural marvel, stretches across the Great Northern Railway with grandeur and elegance. Its sturdy stone pillars rise high above the cityscape, creating a striking contrast against the surrounding buildings. The scene is filled with movement and life as a train traverses the tracks atop this magnificent structure. Carriages glide effortlessly along, their wheels echoing on the iron rails below. Passengers peer out from windows, perhaps catching glimpses of London's ever-changing landscape. Published in The Illustrated London News on November 15th, 1851, this print captures a moment in time when railway travel was revolutionizing transportation in Victorian England. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and progress during an era marked by industrialization. The artist skillfully depicts every intricate detail of this iconic viaduct - from its arches and columns to its ornate embellishments. Through their meticulous strokes, they invite us to appreciate not only the functional purpose of this engineering feat but also its aesthetic beauty. As we gaze upon this historical image today, we are reminded of how far we have come since that fateful day in November 1851 when steam-powered locomotives first rumbled across this very bridge. It stands as a timeless reminder of our ability to overcome obstacles and connect communities through innovation and determination
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