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Framed Print : Widnes and Runcorn Transporter Bridge a98_05132
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Widnes and Runcorn Transporter Bridge a98_05132
The Widnes and Runcorn Transporter Bridge, Widnes, Halton, Cheshire. The transporter bridge was an unusual solution to moving vehicles across a busy shipping lane, in this case the River Mersey and the Manchester Ship Canal. A travelling platform hung from overhead gantries allowed ships to pass underneath. Built in 1905 on the suspension principle with a span of 1, 000 feet it was the largest bridge of this type ever. It was demolished after 1961 when a new high level road bridge was built. Photographed in the early 1950s by Eric de Mare
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Media ID 19130042
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Bridge Children River Road Transport
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Widnes and Runcorn Transporter Bridge a98_05132" by Eric de Mare from Historic England. This captivating image showcases the unique architecture of the Widnes and Runcorn Transporter Bridge in Cheshire, England. An engineering marvel of its time, this transporter bridge was designed to move vehicles across a busy shipping lane, making it an intriguing addition to any room. Our high-quality framed print brings the history and charm of this industrial landmark right into your home. Preserved behind a clear, protective glass and set in a stylish frame, this print is sure to be a conversation starter and a source of pride for history and photography enthusiasts. Order yours today and relive the past while adding a touch of elegance to your decor.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph, the Widnes and Runcorn Transporter Bridge, located in Widnes, Halton, Cheshire, stands as a testament to engineering innovation and ingenuity. The bridge, built in 1905, was a unique solution to the challenge of moving vehicles across the busy shipping lane formed by the River Mersey and the Manchester Ship Canal. The bridge's most distinctive feature is its transporter system, which allowed vehicles to travel on a platform suspended from overhead gantries. This design enabled ships to pass underneath unobstructed, making it an essential piece of infrastructure for the thriving industrial towns of Widnes and Runcorn. The Widnes and Runcorn Transporter Bridge was the largest of its kind ever built, with a span of an impressive 1,000 feet. The bridge was constructed using the suspension principle, and its scale is evident in the photograph, with the tiny figures of children in the foreground adding a sense of scale. The bridge served its purpose well until the late 1960s when a new high-level road bridge was built to replace it. This photograph, taken in the early 1950s by renowned photographer Eric de Mare, captures the bridge in its prime, a symbol of progress and engineering excellence. The image invites us to reflect on the past and marvel at the ingenuity of those who built such structures to connect communities and facilitate the movement of goods and people.
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