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Fine Art Print : Daddy Long Legs vehicle on Brighton and Rottingdean Seashore Electric Railway, built by British inventor and engineer Magnus Volk way on the seafront at Brighton, Sussex, in 1883 (b / w photo)
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Daddy Long Legs vehicle on Brighton and Rottingdean Seashore Electric Railway, built by British inventor and engineer Magnus Volk way on the seafront at Brighton, Sussex, in 1883 (b / w photo)
6014763 Daddy Long Legs vehicle on Brighton and Rottingdean Seashore Electric Railway, built by British inventor and engineer Magnus Volk way on the seafront at Brighton, Sussex, in 1883 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Daddy Long Legs vehicle on Brighton and Rottingdean Seashore Electric Railway, built by British inventor and engineer Magnus Volk way on the seafront at Brighton, Sussex, in 1883. Illustration from Railway Wonders of the World (The Amalgamated Press Limited, London, c1937).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23600810
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
1880s Brighton Brighton Beach Coast Scenery Coastal Feature Coastl English Channel Innovation Journeyings New Brighton Passengers Post Chaise Progress Pullman Car Seafront Sussex Travellers Travelling Daddy Long Legs Travellers
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with this captivating black and white image from the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints. Witness the Daddy Long Legs vehicle gliding along the Brighton and Rottingdean Seashore Electric Railway, an engineering marvel created by British inventor Magnus Volk in 1883. This vintage photograph, sourced from Bridgeman Images through Fine Art Finder, transports you to the seaside town of Brighton, Sussex, where history and innovation intertwine. Bring this intriguing piece of history into your home or office and let it tell a story of a bygone era.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a fascinating piece of transportation history - the Daddy Long Legs vehicle on the Brighton and Rottingdean Seashore Electric Railway. Built by British inventor and engineer Magnus Volk, this innovative railway system was situated along the seafront at Brighton, Sussex in 1883. The image showcases the unique design of the Daddy Long Legs vehicle, which stands tall above the tracks with its long legs resembling those of a spider. This engineering marvel allowed passengers to enjoy breathtaking views of the coast as they traveled along this seaside railway. The photograph not only highlights technological innovation but also provides a glimpse into late 19th-century Britain. It is a testament to Victorian progress and showcases how advancements in transportation were shaping society during that time. As we admire this historical snapshot, it's impossible not to be captivated by both the ingenuity behind Magnus Volk's creation and the stunning coastal scenery surrounding it. The combination of technology, invention, and natural beauty makes this image truly remarkable. Whether you're interested in railways or simply fascinated by history, this print offers an intriguing window into a bygone era. It serves as a reminder of how far we've come in terms of transportation while also celebrating the timeless allure of coastal landscapes.
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