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Evocative Railway scene with Cooling Towers
Evocative Railway scene with Cooling Towers. Two small steam engines in a sding close to a Power Station and a signal box in Scotland
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Media ID 4450421
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1949 Atmosphere Atmospheric Cooling Locomotives Misty Siding Signal Towers Track Trains
14"x11" Photo Print
Discover the timeless charm of our "Evocative Railway Scene with Cooling Towers" print from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time with its captivating depiction of Scotland's rich railway heritage. Two small steam engines huddled together in the foreground, contrasting against the towering cooling towers of a power station, and a signal box standing sentinel in the distance. This rights-managed print makes a striking addition to any wall, evoking memories of a bygone era and the romance of rail travel. Bring history into your home with this beautiful and intriguing piece.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 20.7cm (14" x 8.1")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Hauntingly Beautiful Railway Scene with Cooling Towers, Scotland, 1949 This evocative railway scene, captured in Scotland in 1949, transports us back in time to an era of steam-powered transportation and industrial might. The photograph showcases two small steam engines idling quietly in a siding, their dark, gleaming bodies contrasting against the misty, atmospheric backdrop. In the distance, the imposing cooling towers of a power station loom large, their white, concrete structures reaching towards the sky. The towers, shrouded in a light mist, exude an air of mystery and history, standing as testament to the industrial revolution that transformed the landscape of Scotland and the world. The track stretches out into the distance, disappearing into the fog, while the signal box sits proudly at the intersection, its red and white stripes a beacon of order amidst the chaos of the railway. The scene is bathed in a soft, ethereal light, casting long, dramatic shadows that add to the overall sense of atmosphere and intrigue. The steam from the engines rises in plumes, mingling with the mist and creating a surreal, dreamlike tableau. The cool, damp air is filled with the pungent smell of coal and oil, a reminder of the gritty reality of railway life in the 1940s. This photograph is a masterclass in capturing the essence of a bygone era, a time when the railway was the lifeblood of the industrial world, and the cooling towers were symbols of progress and modernity. It is a scene that speaks to our collective memory, evoking a sense of nostalgia and wonder that transcends time and place.
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