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Entrance into Manchester Across Water Street, 1831 (hand coloured engraving)
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Entrance into Manchester Across Water Street, 1831 (hand coloured engraving)
1199843 Entrance into Manchester Across Water Street, 1831 (hand coloured engraving) by Bury, Thomas Talbot (1811-77); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Six Coloured Views on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway with a plate of The Coaches, Machines, etc by Thomas Talbory Bury, published 1831.); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23020126
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Entrance into Manchester Across Water Street, 1831 - A Glimpse into the Industrial Revolution
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. This hand-coloured engraving by Thomas Talbot Bury offers a fascinating glimpse into the transformative era of industrialization in early 19th-century England. Capturing the bustling scene at Water Street, Manchester's entrance, this print vividly portrays the significant impact of railways on transportation and urban development. The image showcases a vibrant mix of pedestrians and horse-drawn carriages navigating their way through this rapidly evolving cityscape. The focal point is undoubtedly the impressive steam locomotive that dominates the foreground, symbolizing progress and innovation. Its billowing smoke merges with factory chimneys in the distance, highlighting how steam-powered engines were reshaping Britain's landscape. Bury's meticulous attention to detail brings to life every architectural element along Water Street – from Georgian-style buildings to ornate facades adorned with signs advertising various businesses. This composition not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a testament to Manchester's growing importance as an industrial hub during this period. As we gaze upon this historical artwork today, we are reminded of how railways revolutionized travel and trade while propelling societies towards modernity. It invites us to reflect on our own advancements in transportation technology and appreciate those who paved the way for our interconnected world.
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