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Tunnel, Waterval Boven Road, Transvaal, South Africa
Tunnel, Waterval Boven Road, Transvaal (now Mpumalanga), South Africa. Originally a cog and rack railway tunnel, it was later used for road traffic, and is now a historical monument. Date: circa 1930
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Archway Lane Lorry Narrow Rack Traffic Transvaal Tunnel Mpumalanga
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm 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.
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This evocative photograph captures the historical Tunnel on Waterval Boven Road in Transvaal, South Africa, circa 1930. Originally built as a cog and rack railway tunnel to facilitate the transportation of goods and people up the steep terrain, this architectural marvel later made way for motorized vehicles. The tunnel's narrow, stone archway, with its distinctive keystone detailing, stands as a testament to the engineering prowess of the past. The image portrays a southward view of the tunnel, with lush grass and vegetation growing around it, adding to its picturesque charm. A lone lorry, its tires barely fitting through the archway, makes its way through the tunnel, emphasizing the narrowness of the passage. The vehicle's headlights pierce through the darkness, revealing the intricate stonework and the sense of history that lies within. As the Transvaal region evolved into the modern-day Mpumalanga province, this tunnel continued to serve as a vital transportation link. However, with the advancement of technology and infrastructure, it eventually became a historical monument, preserving the legacy of the 1930s transportation era. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when engineering marvels like the Waterval Boven Tunnel played a crucial role in connecting communities and shaping the landscape of South Africa.
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