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Fine Art Print : Construction of St Pancras Station, London, c 1867
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Construction of St Pancras Station, London, c 1867
Travelling Gantry and First Girder of Midland Station St Pancras. This station was completed in 1868, as the London terminus for the Midland Railway. The station was designed by William Barlow. He built a single span arched roof from iron and glass, the largest in Britain, and at this time the largest in the world
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19th Century Architecture Black And White London Midland Midland Railway Pre 1922 Railway Railway History Station Stations Travel Victorian Workers Barlow Building Site Construction Worker Framework Gantries Gantry Girder Girders Greater London Navvies Navvy Pancras St Pancras St Pancras Station
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print of the Construction of St Pancras Station, London, c. 1867. Witness the engineering marvel of the travelling gantry and first girder of Midland Station St Pancras, meticulously captured in this vintage photograph from the National Railway Museum. A must-have for history buffs, architects, and art enthusiasts, this print showcases the grandeur and innovation of 19th-century engineering. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office and relive the story of one of London's most iconic landmarks.
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 50.8cm x 36.4cm (20" x 14.3")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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Capturing the Industrial Revolution - The Magnificent Construction of St Pancras Station
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. This print takes us back to the bustling construction site of St Pancras Station in London, circa 1867. A monumental feat of Victorian engineering, this station would become the prestigious London terminus for the Midland Railway upon its completion in 1868. Designed by the brilliant architect William Barlow, this image showcases a pivotal moment in history as we witness the installation of the travelling gantry and first girder. These structures formed part of Barlow's visionary plan to create a single span arched roof made entirely from iron and glass – an architectural marvel that was not only Britain's largest but also held claim to being the world's largest at that time. The scene is alive with activity as dedicated workers, known as navvies, navigate through a maze-like framework of girders. Their tireless efforts contribute to shaping one of London's most iconic landmarks during an era defined by progress and innovation. Through this remarkable photograph, we are transported back to an age when railways were revolutionizing travel and industry. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination while honoring those who labored tirelessly behind-the-scenes to bring such grand visions into reality. This historic snapshot from pre-1922 captures not just a building site but also encapsulates an entire epoch marked by transformative advancements – forever etching St Pancras Station into our collective memory.
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