Fine Art Print : Tay Bridge Photo 4
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Tay Bridge Photo 4
The destroyed central section of the Tay railway bridge from which a passenger train crashed into the river at night drowning between 75 and 90 passengers
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Media ID 598536
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1879 Bridges Crashed Destroyed Drowning Passengers Section Viaducts December
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the haunting beauty and historical significance of the past with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints. Witness the poignant image of Tay Bridge Photo 4, captured by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative black and white photograph portrays the destroyed central section of the Tay railway bridge, silhouetted against the night sky. The chilling reminder of the tragic passenger train crash that occurred here, drowning between 75 and 90 passengers, makes for a powerful and thought-provoking addition to any space. Our Fine Art Prints are meticulously produced using only the highest quality materials, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting display. Bring history into your home with this captivating piece from the Media Storehouse collection.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 32.5cm (21" x 12.8")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
December 28, 1879: A Tragic Night on the Tay Bridge This haunting image captures the aftermath of one of the most devastating railway disasters in Scottish history: the destruction of the central section of the Tay Bridge and the subsequent drowning of between 75 and 90 passengers. The photograph, taken in the early hours of the morning on December 29, 1879, shows the destroyed bridge stretching into the dark waters of the River Tay. The Tay Bridge, a marvel of engineering when it was completed in 1878, was a double-track railway viaduct designed to connect Fife and Dundee with the mainland of Scotland. However, on the stormy night of December 28, 1879, a passenger train, the 10.15pm from Edinburgh to Dundee, approached the bridge as a storm was brewing. The wind was so strong that it had already caused the bridge to sway and groan, but the train's engineer, Donald Campbell, pressed on, determined to make up time. As the train crossed the central section of the bridge, a gust of wind caused the bridge to collapse, sending the train plunging into the river below. The disaster claimed the lives of between 75 and 90 passengers, making it one of the deadliest railway accidents in British history. The photograph, taken from the shore, shows the devastation wrought by the storm and the collapse of the bridge. The central section, once a symbol of engineering prowess, now lies in ruins, its metal girders twisted and bent, and its stones scattered amongst the churning waters. The tragedy led to a major review of railway safety and the eventual rebuilding of the bridge in 1887, which stands to this day as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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