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Fine Art Print : North Star, one of the earliest steam trains, c1950. Creator: Shirley Markham
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North Star, one of the earliest steam trains, c1950. Creator: Shirley Markham
North Star, one of the earliest steam trains, c1950. Shirley Markham (1931-1999) studied Graphic Design and Illustration at Central School of Art in London from 1950-1952. The writer, artist, poet, and illustrator Mervyn Peake (1911-1968) was one of her tutors, and her style of drawing was also influenced by other British illustrators such as Edward Ardizzone, Quentin Blake and Edward Bawden. Markham spent time in the Dolomite Mountains in Italy, and also visited Rome, sketching classical buildings. After graduating from Central, she worked as a graphic designer, producing book illustrations, cartoons for comics, menus and programmes. She gave up her promising career however when she got married in 1957. Middle-class women at that time were expected to devote their energies to bringing up children and running the home, and despite her obvious talent, she lacked the confidence to return to illustration. Her portfolio remained in the family attic for many years, but now her work is published here for the first time
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1950s Carriage Fifties Markham Robert Stephenson Shirley Shirley Jane Shirley Jane Markham Shirley Markham Shirley Waite Steam Locomotive Steam Train Stephenson Train Waite North Star
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of North Star, one of the earliest steam trains, captured in all its glory by acclaimed photographer Shirley Markham. Taken in the 1950s, this evocative image transports you to a bygone era of steam power and engineering innovation. Markham's exceptional talent for composition and lighting brings out the intricate details of the North Star, making this print an essential addition to any collection of railway history or industrial art. Printed on high-quality archival paper, this limited edition print is a testament to the enduring beauty of the past.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 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 41.9cm x 17.7cm (16.5" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 33cm (27" x 13")
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.
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This print showcases the iconic North Star, one of the earliest steam trains, captured in the 1950s by talented artist Shirley Markham. With a background in Graphic Design and Illustration from London's Central School of Art, Markham's artistic style was greatly influenced by renowned British illustrators such as Mervyn Peake, Edward Ardizzone, Quentin Blake, and Edward Bawden. During her time at Central School of Art, Markham had the privilege of being mentored by Mervyn Peake himself - a writer, artist, poet, and illustrator. Her passion for drawing was further nurtured during her visits to Italy's Dolomite Mountains and Rome where she sketched classical buildings. After graduating from Central School of Art, Markham embarked on a successful career as a graphic designer. She lent her creative talents to various projects including book illustrations, cartoons for comics, menus, and programmes. However promising her career appeared to be at that time period; societal expectations prevailed when she got married in 1957. Middle-class women were expected to prioritize their roles as homemakers and mothers over professional pursuits. Sadly but not uncommonly for many women during this era, Maryam lacked confidence upon leaving her profession behind. She eventually abandoned illustration altogether. Her remarkable portfolio remained hidden away in the family attic until now when it is finally published here for all to appreciate. Markham’s work serves as an important reminder of both the immense talent that often goes unrecognized due to societal constraints placed upon women during those times, and also highlights how far we have come today with regards to gender equality.
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