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Framed Print : No 5043 Barbury Castle
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No 5043 Barbury Castle
4-6-0 Castle class locomotive. Built 1936. Seen here on the Cheltenham Flyer run
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 413714
© Steam Picture Library
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of No. 5043 Barbury Castle from the Steam Museum of the GWR. This stunning image captures the essence of the iconic 4-6-0 Castle class locomotive, built in 1936 and seen here in its prime on the Cheltenham Flyer run. Each Framed Print is meticulously crafted with museum-quality materials to ensure a durable and vibrant display. Experience the rich history of railway engineering and transport heritage with this beautiful addition to your home or office décor.
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.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
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
This photograph showcases No. 5043 Barbury Castle, a majestic 4-6-0 Castle class locomotive built in 1936, as it gracefully pulls the Cheltenham Flyer train through an idyllic English countryside. The steam engine, adorned with its distinctive green livery and intricate brass fittings, epitomizes the golden age of rail travel. The Cheltenham Flyer was a famous express passenger train service operated by the Great Western Railway (GWR) between London Paddington and Cheltenham Spa, passing through picturesque towns and villages in the Cotswolds. This photograph captures the essence of the journey, with the lush green landscape and vibrant autumn colors framing the engine and train. No. 5043 Barbury Castle was one of the last Castle class locomotives to be built, and it showcases many advanced features for its time, including a superheated boiler and a Belpaire firebox. Its powerful and efficient design made it a popular choice for the demanding express passenger services. The photograph also highlights the meticulous attention to detail that went into maintaining the steam engines and the rolling stock of the GWR. The gleaming paintwork, polished brass fittings, and pristine uniforms of the railway staff all contribute to the sense of elegance and sophistication that defined the era. This photograph is a testament to the enduring romance of steam rail travel and the rich history of the Great Western Railway. It invites us to imagine the thrill of embarking on a journey through the beautiful English countryside, surrounded by the sights, sounds, and smells of a bygone era.
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