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Poster Print : GWR Docks Brentford, c1930
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GWR Docks Brentford, c1930
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 7194253
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the rich history of the Great Western Railway (GWR) with our stunning poster print, featuring the iconic image of GWR Docks Brentford, captured around 1930. This captivating piece, sourced from the esteemed STEAM Museum of the GWR, transports you back in time to an era of steam trains and bustling docks. Ideal for railway enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of bygone eras, this high-quality poster print makes a perfect addition to your home or office space. Immerse yourself in the story of the GWR and bring a piece of railway history into your life.
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 bustling activity at GWR Docks Brentford around 1930. Located in the heart of West London, the docks were a vital hub for the transportation of goods in and out of the city. The Great Western Railway (GWR) played a significant role in the development of this area, connecting it to the wider railway network and facilitating the efficient movement of cargo. In this image, we see a variety of vessels moored at the quayside, their masts and rigging silhouetted against the smoky sky. Cranes and other loading equipment are busy at work, transferring goods from ship to shore and vice versa. Men in flat caps and workwear can be seen scurrying around, loading and unloading sacks and crates. The air is thick with the smell of the sea and the sound of activity. The railway lines run parallel to the water's edge, with steam trains waiting to transport the cargo to its final destination. The GWR steam locomotives, with their distinctive funnels and chimneys, add to the sense of industry and energy that pervades the scene. Despite the hustle and bustle, there is a sense of order and efficiency in the way the operations are being carried out. The photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and hard work of those who worked in the docks, and the vital role that the railway played in facilitating the movement of goods and connecting communities. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the daily life of the GWR Docks Brentford in the 1930s. It is a reminder of the important role that the railway played in the transportation of goods and the development of industries, and the vital contribution it made to the economic and social fabric of the region.
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