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Poster Print : Steam locomotives undergoing repair in A Shop in 1957
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Steam locomotives undergoing repair in A Shop in 1957
Steam locomotives undergoing repair in A shop in 28th September 1957. The replica Broad Gauge locomotive North Star is on its plinth in the centre of the image
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 5386024
1967 A Shop Broad Gauge Swindon Works North Star Repair Steam Locomotives
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Steam Museum of the GWR collection at Media Storehouse: a captivating poster print of steam locomotives undergoing repair in a shop, as seen on 28th September 1957. This evocative image transports you back in time to an era of iron horses and meticulous maintenance. The heart of the scene is taken by the replica Broad Gauge locomotive North Star, proudly standing on its plinth at the center. Each print boasts stunning detail and vivid colors, making it an essential piece for any railway enthusiast or history lover's wall. Relive the magic of steam train history with this authentic and intriguing poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 evocative photograph captures the essence of steam locomotive engineering in the late 1950s, as seen in this image taken at Swindon Works on 28th September 1957. The scene unfolds in the heart of the repair shop, where skilled engineers and craftsmen were dedicated to maintaining and restoring the iconic steam engines that once ruled the rails. At the centre of the image, the recently overhauled Broad Gauge locomotive North Star proudly sits atop its plinth, its polished brass and gleaming metalwork gleaming in the soft light. North Star, a replica of a Great Western Railway (GWR) Castle Class engine, was a testament to the enduring passion and expertise of the Swindon Works team. Surrounding North Star, other steam locomotives are undergoing various stages of repair, from minor adjustments to major overhauls. The air is filled with the sounds of hissing steam, clanging metal, and the rhythmic chatter of engineers as they work diligently to keep these historic machines in top condition. The atmosphere in the shop is one of dedication and pride, as the team members take great care in preserving the legacy of steam rail travel. The steam era was coming to an end, but the passion and craftsmanship of the Swindon Works team ensured that these magnificent machines would live on, not just as relics of the past, but as living testaments to the ingenuity and determination of the railway industry.
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