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Hercules, locomotive luggage engine
Hercules, locomotive luggage engine, side elevation Date: 1844
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Media ID 5081297
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1844 Gear Gray Loco Locomotive Locomotives Shepherd Todd Valve
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 image showcases the Hercules, a locomotive luggage engine, in a side elevation view, captured in the year 1844. The Hercules, an engineering marvel of its time, was a significant addition to the transportation industry, revolutionizing the way passengers and their luggage were moved between destinations. John Shepherd Gray, the talented artist behind this print, meticulously captured the intricate details of the Hercules' design. The engine's powerful gear system is prominently displayed, highlighting the complex mechanism that transformed steam power into motion. The large valve, a crucial component of the steam engine, is also visible, demonstrating the innovative engineering solutions that made steam locomotives a viable mode of transportation. The Hercules was manufactured by an unnamed company, a testament to the burgeoning industry that was rapidly transforming the landscape of transportation. The locomotive's robust construction and impressive capabilities made it an essential component of the rail network, enabling the efficient movement of passengers and their belongings. This print offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a window into the early days of steam locomotive engineering. The Hercules, with its impressive design and engineering prowess, stands as a symbol of the ingenuity and innovation that shaped the transportation industry and continues to inspire engineers and enthusiasts alike.
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