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Fine Art Print : Kings Cross station, British Railways, c1950s
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Kings Cross station, British Railways, c1950s
Kings Cross station, British Railways, c1950s. The luxury Queen of Scots Pullman train arriving into Kings Cross station, hauled by a Class A3 engine, built by the London & North Eastern Railway. V2 class 2-6-0 locomotive number 915 is on a nearby track
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Media ID 10013512
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20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite fine art print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image transports you to the 1950s, as the luxurious Queen of Scots Pullman train gracefully pulls into Kings Cross station. The powerful Class A3 engine, a masterpiece of British Railways engineering, stands proudly at the helm. This stunning black and white photograph, sourced from the National Railway Museum, is a must-have for railway enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Add a touch of nostalgia to your home or office with this beautiful fine art print.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Step back in time to the 1950s at Kings Cross station, British Railways. This print captures the essence of luxury and grandeur as the Queen of Scots Pullman train gracefully arrives into the bustling station. Pulled by a magnificent Class A3 engine, built by the renowned London & North Eastern Railway, this spectacle is a true testament to man-made engineering marvels. Intriguingly, while all eyes are on the opulent Pullman train, nearby on another track stands V2 class 2-6-0 locomotive number 915. Its presence adds an extra layer of authenticity and nostalgia to this snapshot from railway history. The billowing smoke from these steam engines creates an enchanting atmosphere that transports us back to a time when rail travel was not just about reaching a destination but also about experiencing elegance and sophistication. As we admire this remarkable image captured by imagination works, it's impossible not to be captivated by both the architectural beauty of Kings Cross station and the power of these majestic locomotives. The National Railway Museum has preserved this piece of transport history for generations to come – reminding us how railways have shaped our world. This print invites us on a journey through time – evoking feelings of excitement, wonderment, and appreciation for an era when trains were more than mere modes of transportation; they were symbols of progress and adventure.
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