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Framed Print : Six wheeled Siphon, No 960
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Six wheeled Siphon, No 960
Built to diagram O1 in 1890. Desinated for milk traffic
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 543616
© STEAM Picture Library 2007 - All Rights Reserved
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating addition to our Media Storehouse Framed Print collection: a vintage image of the Six-wheeled Siphon, No. 960 from the STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway. This historic artifact, built to diagram O1 in 1890, was specifically designed for milk traffic. Travel back in time with this exquisite piece, which showcases the intricate details and engineering prowess of the bygone era of steam trains. Each framed print is meticulously crafted to preserve the authenticity and allure of this remarkable piece of railway history. Bring the magic of the steam train age into your home or office with the Media Storehouse Framed Print of the Six-wheeled Siphon, No. 960.
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.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
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 photograph showcases Steam Museum of the Great Western Railway's (GWR) Six-Wheeled Siphon No. 960, an engineering marvel built to the diagram O1 in 1890. Designed primarily for milk traffic, this siphon is a unique and intriguing piece of railway history. The six-wheeled design offers a stable and robust platform for the siphon's essential function - transferring milk from churns to railway wagons. The milk churns, filled with fresh and unpasteurized milk, were rolled onto the siphon, and the vacuum created by the steam engine drew the milk through the siphon and into the waiting wagons. The intricate details of the siphon are evident in this photograph. The exterior is adorned with ornate brass fittings, while the interior reveals the complex network of pipes and valves that facilitated the milk transfer process. The large, round windows offer a glimpse into the past, allowing us to imagine the bustling activity that once took place within. The O1 diagram was a popular choice for milk siphons on the GWR, with over 100 examples built between 1887 and 1912. This particular siphon, No. 960, is a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of the railway engineers of the time, who found creative solutions to the challenges of transporting perishable goods like milk over long distances. Today, this six-wheeled siphon stands as a proud reminder of the rich railway history of the GWR and the essential role that milk siphons played in the transportation of fresh milk to consumers. The Steam Museum of the Great Western Railway is dedicated to preserving and showcasing such fascinating pieces of railway history, allowing us to appreciate the past and learn from the innovations of the past.
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