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Railways Collection (#98)

"Journey through Time: Exploring the World of Railways" Step back in time to Waterloo Station, London, 1967

Background imageRailways Collection: Construction of the Railway between Cairo and Suez (engraving)

Construction of the Railway between Cairo and Suez (engraving)
2771900 Construction of the Railway between Cairo and Suez (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Construction of the Railway between Cairo and Suez)

Background imageRailways Collection: Grand Trunk Railway of Canada, the Victoria Bridge during the Progress of the Works (engraving)

Grand Trunk Railway of Canada, the Victoria Bridge during the Progress of the Works (engraving)
2771831 Grand Trunk Railway of Canada, the Victoria Bridge during the Progress of the Works (engraving) by English School

Background imageRailways Collection: Arrival of the Grand Duke Constantine in Paris, Departure from the Lyons Railway Station (engraving)

Arrival of the Grand Duke Constantine in Paris, Departure from the Lyons Railway Station (engraving)
2772725 Arrival of the Grand Duke Constantine in Paris, Departure from the Lyons Railway Station (engraving) by English School

Background imageRailways Collection: Hamburg Station, Berlin (steel engraving)

Hamburg Station, Berlin (steel engraving)
2776246 Hamburg Station, Berlin (steel engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hamburg Station, Berlin.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection

Background imageRailways Collection: The railway driver forgotten on a wagon when a train departs, in Tuscany... (colour litho)

The railway driver forgotten on a wagon when a train departs, in Tuscany... (colour litho)
2815399 The railway driver forgotten on a wagon when a train departs, in Tuscany... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRailways Collection: The fatal recklessness of a callback, wanting to descend during the race

The fatal recklessness of a callback, wanting to descend during the race, falls and dies (colour litho)
2815369 The fatal recklessness of a callback, wanting to descend during the race, falls and dies (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageRailways Collection: Humble Heroes, a railway roadman who defies death and brings serious damage to save four

Humble Heroes, a railway roadman who defies death and brings serious damage to save four... (colour litho)
2815026 Humble Heroes, a railway roadman who defies death and brings serious damage to save four... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humble heroes)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Russo-Japanese War, demonstrations of sympathy to Kuropatkin who starts from Harbin after

The Russo-Japanese War, demonstrations of sympathy to Kuropatkin who starts from Harbin after his... (colour litho)
2814769 The Russo-Japanese War, demonstrations of sympathy to Kuropatkin who starts from Harbin after his... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageRailways Collection: Mount Lofty Railway Station, Adelaide to Melbourne Railway (b / w photo)

Mount Lofty Railway Station, Adelaide to Melbourne Railway (b / w photo)
2813556 Mount Lofty Railway Station, Adelaide to Melbourne Railway (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mount Lofty Railway Station)

Background imageRailways Collection: The more things change... Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)

The more things change... Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786512 The more things change.... Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Capy, Marcel Amable O.L. (d.c.1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: The more things change)

Background imageRailways Collection: While they were being unloaded from the railway cars, in Naples, 24 oxen managed to escape

While they were being unloaded from the railway cars, in Naples, 24 oxen managed to escape... (colour litho)
2777882 While they were being unloaded from the railway cars, in Naples, 24 oxen managed to escape... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageRailways Collection: The Labors of a US Presidential Candidate (Colour Litho)

The Labors of a US Presidential Candidate (Colour Litho)
2777876 The Labors of a US Presidential Candidate (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The labors of a candidate for the President of the United States)

Background imageRailways Collection: After the events in Montenegro, Queen Milenas meeting with our Sovereigns

After the events in Montenegro, Queen Milenas meeting with our Sovereigns, at the station in Rome (colour litho)
2777516 After the events in Montenegro, Queen Milenas meeting with our Sovereigns, at the station in Rome (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageRailways Collection: A terrible accident (colour litho)

A terrible accident (colour litho)
2779833 A terrible accident (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A terrible accident)

Background imageRailways Collection: Punishment for saboteurs! (colour litho)

Punishment for saboteurs! (colour litho)
2779739 Punishment for saboteurs! (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punishment for saboteurs! Sus aux saboteurs)

Background imageRailways Collection: Interior of a mail car on a French train (colour litho)

Interior of a mail car on a French train (colour litho)
2779493 Interior of a mail car on a French train (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of a mail car on a French train)

Background imageRailways Collection: A level crossing guard killed in the line of duty (colour litho)

A level crossing guard killed in the line of duty (colour litho)
2779481 A level crossing guard killed in the line of duty (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A level crossing guard killed in the line of duty)

Background imageRailways Collection: A balloon landing on a railway line in the path of an approaching express train (colour litho)

A balloon landing on a railway line in the path of an approaching express train (colour litho)
2779326 A balloon landing on a railway line in the path of an approaching express train (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRailways Collection: Le Premier Train Du Chemin De Fer Du Senegal (engraving)

Le Premier Train Du Chemin De Fer Du Senegal (engraving)
2783420 Le Premier Train Du Chemin De Fer Du Senegal (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Premier Train Du Chemin De Fer Du Senegal)

Background imageRailways Collection: Les Brigands En Espagne (engraving)

Les Brigands En Espagne (engraving)
2783385 Les Brigands En Espagne (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Brigands En Espagne)

Background imageRailways Collection: Le Canal De Manchester (engraving)

Le Canal De Manchester (engraving)
2783296 Le Canal De Manchester (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Canal De Manchester)

Background imageRailways Collection: Le Chemin De Fer Du Pacifique (engraving)

Le Chemin De Fer Du Pacifique (engraving)
2783226 Le Chemin De Fer Du Pacifique (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Chemin De Fer Du Pacifique)

Background imageRailways Collection: Clearing the route for a railway line (chromolitho)

Clearing the route for a railway line (chromolitho)
2782849 Clearing the route for a railway line (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clearing the route for a railway line)

Background imageRailways Collection: Opening of the first section of the railway line between Antananarivo and Toamasina

Opening of the first section of the railway line between Antananarivo and Toamasina, Madagascar (colour litho)
2782337 Opening of the first section of the railway line between Antananarivo and Toamasina, Madagascar (colour litho) by French School

Background imageRailways Collection: A train stopped by a herd of elephants (colour litho)

A train stopped by a herd of elephants (colour litho)
2782224 A train stopped by a herd of elephants (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A train stopped by a herd of elephants)

Background imageRailways Collection: Everything you need (colour litho)

Everything you need (colour litho)
2784254 Everything you need (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Everything is needed)

Background imageRailways Collection: The train in the house! (colour litho)

The train in the house! (colour litho)
2783757 The train in the house! (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The train in the house)

Background imageRailways Collection: The storm that overwhelms a train (Colour Litho)

The storm that overwhelms a train (Colour Litho)
2778526 The storm that overwhelms a train (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The storm that overwhelms a train)

Background imageRailways Collection: The locomotive in the sea (colour litho)

The locomotive in the sea (colour litho)
2778436 The locomotive in the sea (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The locomotive in the sea)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Spirit Presence of the King of Bulgaria (Colour Litho)

The Spirit Presence of the King of Bulgaria (Colour Litho)
2778304 The Spirit Presence of the King of Bulgaria (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The spirit presence of the King of Bulgaria)

Background imageRailways Collection: Torn from Death (Colour Litho)

Torn from Death (Colour Litho)
2778260 Torn from Death (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Torn from death. The lightning-fast intervention of a fascist soldier saved the life of a)

Background imageRailways Collection: Quickly stopped the train, on the Cremona-Mantua line, after the investment of a girl

Quickly stopped the train, on the Cremona-Mantua line, after the investment of a girl... (colour litho)
2778195 Quickly stopped the train, on the Cremona-Mantua line, after the investment of a girl... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageRailways Collection: At the height of a railway crossing on the Casale-Mortara railway line, a moving train

At the height of a railway crossing on the Casale-Mortara railway line, a moving train... (colour litho)
2778055 At the height of a railway crossing on the Casale-Mortara railway line, a moving train... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageRailways Collection: At the station of Prestane, on the karst plateau, a stoker was cleaning up a locomotive at night

At the station of Prestane, on the karst plateau, a stoker was cleaning up a locomotive at night (colour litho)
2778027 At the station of Prestane, on the karst plateau, a stoker was cleaning up a locomotive at night (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageRailways Collection: A peculiar train accident occurred in Syracuse (colour litho)

A peculiar train accident occurred in Syracuse (colour litho)
2777961 A peculiar train accident occurred in Syracuse (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A peculiar train accident occurred in Syracuse)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Great Northern Railway (engraving)

The Great Northern Railway (engraving)
605088 The Great Northern Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from the Illustrated London News (published on 28 May 1853)

Background imageRailways Collection: Metropolitan Railway Extension (engraving)

Metropolitan Railway Extension (engraving)
603301 Metropolitan Railway Extension (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Metropolitan Railway Extension: The Paddington Station)

Background imageRailways Collection: Junction of the St Johns Wood and Metropolitan Railways (engraving)

Junction of the St Johns Wood and Metropolitan Railways (engraving)
603316 Junction of the St Johns Wood and Metropolitan Railways (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Book-Cases at the British Museum (engraving)

The Book-Cases at the British Museum (engraving)
654225 The Book-Cases at the British Museum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Book-Cases at the British Museum)

Background imageRailways Collection: Professors Ayrton and Perrys new electric railway (engraving)

Professors Ayrton and Perrys new electric railway (engraving)
728989 Professors Ayrton and Perrys new electric railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Professors Ayrton and Perrys new electric railway: a)

Background imageRailways Collection: The Pioneer Railway (engraving)

The Pioneer Railway (engraving)
728986 The Pioneer Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pioneer Railway: the cameron pontoon cart; 1. pioneer train waggons; 2)

Background imageRailways Collection: Snow plough on the Grand Trunk Railway (engraving)

Snow plough on the Grand Trunk Railway (engraving)
728785 Snow plough on the Grand Trunk Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Snow plough on the Grand Trunk Railway, Canada)

Background imageRailways Collection: Spoorweg mat luchtdrukking te Londen (engraving)

Spoorweg mat luchtdrukking te Londen (engraving)
728649 Spoorweg mat luchtdrukking te Londen (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spoorweg mat luchtdrukking te Londen)

Background imageRailways Collection: Page from The Architect s, Surveyors and Engineers Compendium 1892 (engraving)

Page from The Architect s, Surveyors and Engineers Compendium 1892 (engraving)
728180 Page from The Architect s, Surveyors and Engineers Compendium 1892 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from The Architect s)

Background imageRailways Collection: Battle between Red and White troops at a railway station, Russian Civil War

Battle between Red and White troops at a railway station, Russian Civil War, 1917-1922 (colour litho)
6033418 Battle between Red and White troops at a railway station, Russian Civil War, 1917-1922 (colour litho) by Carrey, (fl.1900) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRailways Collection: L Armee Russe: Tricycle employe pour l inspection de la voie (b / w photo)

L Armee Russe: Tricycle employe pour l inspection de la voie (b / w photo)
6022643 L Armee Russe: Tricycle employe pour l inspection de la voie (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tricycle employe pour l inspection de la voie)

Background imageRailways Collection: Punch cartoon: The New North-West Passage - the Canadian Pacific Railway (engraving)

Punch cartoon: The New North-West Passage - the Canadian Pacific Railway (engraving)
6035025 Punch cartoon: The New North-West Passage - the Canadian Pacific Railway (engraving) by Tenniel, John (1820-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon)

Background imageRailways Collection: Fawley (New Forest), poster advertising Southern Railway (colour litho)

Fawley (New Forest), poster advertising Southern Railway (colour litho)
CH466642 Fawley (New Forest), poster advertising Southern Railway (colour litho) by Petherbridge, Albert George (1882-1940); 100x127 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; British




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"Journey through Time: Exploring the World of Railways" Step back in time to Waterloo Station, London, 1967, where bustling crowds and steam-filled platforms set the scene for a nostalgic railway adventure. Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the Canadian Rockies aboard the Rocky Mountaineer train at Morants curve near Lake Louise. Marvel at nature's masterpiece as you traverse this breathtaking landscape. Transport yourself to Rhodesia with a vintage poster that captures the allure of rail travel. Embark on an unforgettable journey through history as you explore this captivating destination. Feel the thrill of speed and innovation aboard Pendolino tilting train. Witness its sleek design and cutting-edge technology as it glides effortlessly along curved tracks, providing passengers with a smooth and comfortable ride. Admire a row of Class 55 Deltic diesel locomotives built by English Electric in 1961-1962. These powerful machines symbolize an era when railways played a vital role in connecting communities across Britain. Witness aviation marvels collide with rail transport as Harrier GR. 1 lands gracefully at St Pancras station. This extraordinary sight showcases how railways continue to adapt and evolve alongside other modes of transportation. Indulge your wanderlust with a poster advertising Chateau d'Azay-le-Rideau. Let your imagination soar as you envision exploring this enchanting French castle accessible via rail travel. Travel back in time to Hayling Island with a vibrant Southern Railway poster from 1923. Immerse yourself in nostalgia as you imagine sun-soaked days spent enjoying sandy beaches reached conveniently by train. Relish the charm of yesteryears on Swanage Railway, Corfe Castle, Dorset, England, UK; where steam trains chug along picturesque landscapes evoking memories of simpler times filled with wonder and excitement.