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Framed Print : Farewell to steam on the Western Region, 1965
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Farewell to steam on the Western Region, 1965
The last steam locomotive, No 7029, to run on the Western Region network
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 892572
© STEAM Picture Library 2008 - All Rights Reserved
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "Farewell to Steam on the Western Region, 1965" from STEAM Museum of the GWR. Witness the historic moment as the last steam locomotive, No 7029, bids farewell to the Western Region network. This beautifully preserved photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, making it a must-have addition to any home or office. Our high-quality framed print is meticulously crafted to preserve the rich details and vibrant colors of the original image. Relive the romance of the steam age with this evocative and captivating piece of railway history.
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Farewell to Steam: The Last Gasp of the Western Region, 1965" This evocative photograph captures the poignant moment as steam locomotive No. 7029, the last of its kind to grace the Western Region network in the United Kingdom, comes to a halt. The year was 1965, and the steam era was drawing to a close. The Western Region, which had been a pioneer in steam railway development since the late 1800s, was now embracing the future with open arms. The scene is set against the backdrop of a quintessential English railway landscape. The sun casts a warm, golden glow over the rolling hills and lush greenery, as if bidding farewell to the steam age in the most beautiful way possible. The steam locomotive, a symbol of a bygone era, stands proudly at the front, its once-mighty engine now silent. The tenders and coal wagons that once fuelled its power now seem redundant, their purpose served. No. 7029, a member of the Castle Class, had seen better days. Its once-bright red livery was now faded and worn, a testament to the countless miles it had travelled. Its boiler, once a source of raw power, now lay dormant. Yet, despite its worn appearance, there is a sense of dignity and grace about the locomotive. It is a reminder of the romance and adventure that once defined railway travel. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the end of an era. The steam locomotive, which had once been the backbone of the railway network, was being replaced by more efficient and modern diesel and electric locomotives. The era of steam was coming to an end, but the memories and the stories it left behind would live on. This photograph is a tribute to the steam locomotive and the role it played in shaping the railway landscape of the Western Region. It is a reminder of the romance and adventure that defined a bygone era, and a testament to the enduring power of nostalgia.
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