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Fowler Road Roller GS2538
Fowler Road Roller, regn, GS 2538, number 18882, No.1. Built in 1931 by John Fowler & Co. in 1931 in Leeds, powered by a compound steam engine. Date: 1970s-1980s
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Media ID 20109157
© The Peter Butt Steam Collection / Mary Evans
1931 Compound Engines Fowler Heavy Leeds Machinery Powered Regn Roller Steam Powered Traction Tractor
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring the rich history of transportation to your home or office with the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Fowler Road Roller GS2538" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This stunning vintage image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the iconic Fowler Road Roller, registration GS 2538, built in 1931 by John Fowler & Co. in Leeds. Powered by a compound steam engine, this historic machine exudes industrial charm and character. The print is an authentic piece of photography history, perfect for transport enthusiasts or anyone who appreciates the beauty and engineering prowess of the past. Add this captivating framed print to your collection and relive the glory days of steam-powered transportation.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. 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 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the timeless beauty and power of the Fowler Road Roller, registration number GS 2538, with the distinctive number 18882 and designation No.1 proudly displayed. Built in 1931 by the esteemed John Fowler & Co. in Leeds, England, this steam-powered road roller boasts a compound steam engine that once provided the muscle and traction necessary for heavy-duty farming tasks. The machine, a testament to the ingenuity and industrial prowess of the era, is shown in its prime during the 1970s-1980s. The steam-powered tractor, with its large, textured tires and intricate machinery, exudes an air of strength and resilience. The steam engine, with its domed boiler and chimney, stands tall and proud at the rear, releasing plumes of steam into the air. John Fowler & Co. was a leading manufacturer of agricultural machinery, and the Fowler Road Roller, with its robust design and reliable performance, was a staple in British farming communities. The steam-powered technology, while now a relic of the past, played a crucial role in shaping the agricultural landscape and paved the way for modern farming practices. This photograph not only serves as a reminder of the rich history of agricultural machinery but also as a tribute to the men and women who operated these behemoths, harnessing their power to cultivate the land and provide for their communities.
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