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Poster Print : Hungerford station, c. 1906
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Hungerford station, c. 1906
Staff and passengers pose alongside steam rail motor no.74 whilst it is stopped at Hungerford station. This photo was proably taken not long after no.74 was built
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 14801918
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1900s Berkshire Edwardian Staff Hungerford Railway Staff
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the exquisite "Hungerford station, c. 1906" poster print from Media Storehouse, in partnership with STEAM Museum of the GWR. This vintage photograph transports you back in time, capturing a moment of history as staff and passengers gather around steam rail motor no.74 at Hungerford station. The image, taken not long after the motor's construction, offers a unique glimpse into the past of the Great Western Railway era. Add this captivating piece to your collection and let the rich history of steam railways enrich your space.
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 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
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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> Stations and Halts
> Berkshire Stations
> Hungerford Station
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, captured around 1906 at Hungerford station in Berkshire, offers a glimpse into the past of the Great Western Railway (GWR) era. The image features steam rail motor No.74, a remarkable piece of engineering from the early 1900s, as it comes to a halt at the station. The railmotor, a precursor to the diesel multiple unit trains of later years, was a revolutionary design for its time, allowing for greater flexibility and autonomy in railway operations. The scene is filled with the bustling activity of the Edwardian era. Staff members in their smart uniforms, including the driver and fireman, pose proudly alongside the railmotor, their expressions reflecting a sense of pride and accomplishment. Passengers, dressed in the fashionable attire of the time, wait patiently on the platform, their curiosity piqued by the new technology that has brought them closer to their destinations. The photograph captures the essence of an era long past, a time when steam power ruled the rails and the romance of travel by train was at its zenith. The intricate details of the railmotor, from the ornate latticework of the boiler to the polished brass fittings, are on full display, a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the engineers who designed and built these marvels of engineering. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time, to a world where the rhythmic chugging of steam engines and the sound of whistles filled the air, and the promise of adventure lay just beyond the station platform.
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