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Framed Print : Brixham Station Fish Dock
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Brixham Station Fish Dock
This image of the Brixham Station fish dock dates from about 1960. Brixham was a popular fishing town and exported their fish to larger towns and cities. The fish dock allowed easy transition of goods from lorries and carts to the railway wagons
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 25485755
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Brixham Station Fish Dock Framed Print from our Media Storehouse collection. This vintage photograph, hailing from the Steam Museum of the Great Western Railway, transports you back in time to around 1960. The image showcases the bustling Brixham Station Fish Dock, a symbol of the town's rich maritime history. Once a thriving hub for local fishermen, Brixham was renowned for exporting its fresh catch to larger towns and cities. This evocative framed print is an exquisite addition to any home or office, perfect for those who appreciate the charm of yesteryears and the enduring allure of the sea. Bring a piece of the past into your present with our Brixham Station Fish Dock Framed Print.
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 print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR takes us back to Brixham Station fish dock in Devon, circa 1960. A bustling scene unfolds before our eyes, showcasing the vibrant fishing industry that once thrived in this charming coastal town. Brixham was renowned for its abundant seafood and played a pivotal role in supplying larger towns and cities with fresh catches. The fish dock served as a vital link between land and rail transportation, facilitating seamless transfer of goods from lorries and carts onto railway wagons. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness fishermen unloading their bountiful hauls onto waiting vehicles. Their weathered faces tell tales of hard work at sea, while crates brimming with glistening fish stand ready for transport. The air is filled with an unmistakable aroma of saltwater mingled with anticipation. The station itself stands proudly amidst this maritime symphony - a gateway connecting Brixham's thriving fishing community to distant markets hungry for their prized catch. It serves as a testament to the importance of railways during this era, enabling efficient distribution networks that sustained local economies across Britain. As we gaze upon this historical treasure captured by unknown hands, it reminds us not only of Brixham's rich fishing heritage but also pays homage to the countless individuals who dedicated themselves to providing sustenance through their laborious endeavors on land and sea.
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