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Photographic Print : The Reversing Station Viaduct, Ghaut Road
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The Reversing Station Viaduct, Ghaut Road
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1856 Alice Bhore Clowser Ghat Peninsula Swainston Tredwell
14"x11" Photo Print
Discover the timeless charm of yesteryears with our exquisite range of Photographic Prints from Media Storehouse. This particular print showcases "The Reversing Station Viaduct, Ghaut Road," an intriguing piece of history from Mary Evans Prints Online. The Reversing Station Viaduct, a marvel of engineering from the colonial era, is depicted in all its glory, with the intricate details of the arches and the winding road beautifully captured. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials to ensure vibrant colors and sharp details, making it a stunning addition to your home or office decor. Bring a piece of history into your space and relive the past with our extraordinary range of Photographic Prints.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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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) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Reversing Station Viaduct on Ghaut Road, Mumbai (Bombay), India, 1856: A Pioneering Feat of Transportation Engineering This photograph, taken in 1856, showcases the Reversing Station Viaduct on Ghaut Road in Mumbai (then known as Bombay), India. The image, a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the British colonial administration, was captured during the construction of the Great Indian Peninsula Railway (GIPR), a trailblazing transportation project that revolutionized the way goods and people moved across the Indian subcontinent. The Reversing Station Viaduct, designed by American engineers John Tredwell and John Swainston, was an essential component of the railway system. It allowed trains to reverse direction without having to backtrack, significantly reducing travel time and improving overall efficiency. The viaduct, with its impressive arches and meticulously laid tracks, stands as a symbol of the engineering prowess of the era. The photograph, taken from a bird's-eye view, offers a breathtaking perspective of the construction site. Workers, mostly Indian laborers, can be seen meticulously laying tracks and constructing the arches. The image also reveals the bustling activity of the area, with people and carts moving around the site. The Reversing Station Viaduct was a crucial step in the development of India's railway network. It paved the way for the expansion of the railway system, which eventually connected various parts of the Indian subcontinent and facilitated the movement of goods and people. Today, it stands as a reminder of the rich history of transportation engineering and the indelible impact of the Great Indian Peninsula Railway on India's modern history.
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