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No 8 Shop, Paint Shop, 1953
Filename: S19 089 - No 8 shop paint shop.jpg
Size: 1734 x 2346 (1.2MB)
Date: 18th November 2014
Source: STEAM Museum of the GWR
Unique Reference Number: S19 089
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
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No 8 Shop, Paint Shop, 1953
Two men can be seen here painting a carriage. The carriages, like locomotives, had their own special livery that had to be painted with precision
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 20019173
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
Carriage Works Swindon Works 1953
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR takes us back to 1953, offering a glimpse into the meticulous world of carriage painting at No 8 Shop, Paint Shop. Two skilled men can be seen diligently applying paint to a majestic carriage, their hands steady and movements precise. In this era, carriages were not just functional modes of transportation; they were works of art in themselves. Just like locomotives, carriages boasted their own unique livery that had to be painted with utmost precision. The attention to detail required was extraordinary – every stroke mattered. The atmosphere within the bustling paint shop is palpable through this image. Amidst the smell of fresh paint and sounds of brushes gliding across surfaces, these craftsmen dedicatedly transformed plain metal into vibrant masterpieces on wheels. Their expertise ensured that each carriage received its distinct identity while maintaining a consistent aesthetic throughout Swindon Works. This photograph serves as a testament to the skill and craftsmanship present in railway workshops during this era. It reminds us that behind every powerful locomotive lay an equally important team responsible for creating visually stunning carriages. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an age where precision and dedication reigned supreme - where even something as seemingly mundane as painting carried an air of artistic excellence.
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