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Penweathers Viaduct, near Truro, Cornwall. Before October 1926
Filename: TRURI-RYpwt-2.tiff
Size: 8527 x 5947 (51MB)
Date: 30th August 2016
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 50.263195, -5.051041
© From the collection of the RIC
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Penweathers Viaduct, near Truro, Cornwall. Before October 1926
A train passing over Brunels original timber and stone viaduct at Penweathers. This viaduct was replaced by an embankment that opened on 12th October 1926. Photographer: Arthur William Jordan
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TRURI : RYpwt.2
Media ID 12491615
© From the collection of the RIC
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Capturing the essence of a bygone era, this remarkable print showcases Penweathers Viaduct in all its grandeur before October 1926. Standing proudly near Truro, Cornwall, this iconic structure was an engineering marvel designed by the legendary Isambard Kingdom Brunel. The photograph captures a moment frozen in time as a majestic steam engine from the Great Western Railway gracefully traverses Brunel's original timber and stone viaduct. The image transports us back to a time when locomotives were at the forefront of technological advancement, symbolizing progress and connectivity. The intricate fan structure of Penweathers Viaduct is beautifully highlighted against the backdrop of lush Cornish landscapes. Its architectural brilliance stands as a testament to human ingenuity and craftsmanship. This particular snapshot holds historical significance as it documents the transition from Brunel's masterpiece to an embankment that would replace it just days after this photo was taken. It serves as a poignant reminder of how structures evolve over time but continue to shape our surroundings. Photographer Arthur William Jordan skillfully captures both the magnificence of Penweathers Viaduct and its fleeting existence before being replaced forever. This print preserves not only a piece of railway history but also invites us to reflect on our ever-changing world.
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