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Viaduct and walls below Nath-ka-Doonghur

Viaduct and walls below Nath-ka-Doonghur, looking down the incline; at 9 1/8 miles Date: 1856

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1856 Alice Bhore Clowser Ghat Peninsula Swainston Tredwell

14"x16" Premium Frame

Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" 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 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")

Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" 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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, titled "Viaduct and walls below Nath-ka-Doonghur" (Date: 1856), offers a glimpse into the rich history of transportation in India during the mid-19th century. The image, taken from a vantage point at 9 1/8 miles on the Peninsula Railway, depicts the impressive viaduct and the walls below, located at Nath-ka-Doonghur in India. The Peninsula Railway, a remarkable engineering feat of its time, was constructed between 1836 and 1843, connecting Bombay (Mumbai) with Thane. This photograph, taken over two decades later, showcases the expansion and advancement of the railway system. The viaduct, an essential component of the railway infrastructure, allowed trains to traverse the steep incline, providing efficient transportation for passengers and goods. The walls below Nath-ka-Doonghur add an intriguing layer to the scene. It is unclear from the photograph whether these walls are remnants of ancient structures or part of the railway construction. However, their presence underscores the interplay between the old and the new, the traditional and the modern, in this rapidly changing landscape. The photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, captures the essence of this transformative period in Indian history. The train, a symbol of progress and modernity, winds its way through the landscape, while the walls and the incline, steeped in history, remain a testament to the past. The photograph also provides a glimpse into the lives of the people who lived and worked in this region during that time. This photograph is a valuable historical record, offering insights into the transportation infrastructure of India during the British colonial era. It is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the engineers and laborers who built the railway, and the resilience and adaptability of the people who lived in this region during this period of significant change.

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