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The Reversing Station Viaduct
The Reversing Station Viaduct; and Battery Hill cutting; at 11 1/4 miles Date: 1856
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1856 Alice Bhore Clowser Ghat Peninsula Swainston Tredwell
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introduce a touch of history into your home or office with the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "The Reversing Station Viaduct" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning image, dated 1856, captures the intricate details of the Reversing Station Viaduct and Battery Hill cutting at 11 1/4 miles. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve its beauty and enhance the rich history it represents. Bring the past into the present and add character to any space with this captivating piece of railway history.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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 photograph, titled "The Reversing Station Viaduct and Battery Hill Cutting" and dated 1856, offers a glimpse into the rich history of transportation in India during the British colonial era. The image showcases the impressive engineering feat of the Reversing Station Viaduct, located at 11 1/4 miles on the Peninsula Railway in India. The Reversing Station, a crucial component of the railway system, allowed trains to change direction without the need for lengthy and time-consuming reversing processes. The viaduct, with its elegant arches, is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the engineers of the time, including Tredwell, Clowes, and Swainston. In the foreground, the Battery Hill Cutting is visible, a steep slope carved out to make way for the railway line. The cutting, named after the historic Battery Hill Fort, was a significant challenge during the construction of the railway. The steep terrain and rocky conditions required immense effort and resources to excavate and level the ground. The photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, captures the raw beauty and complexity of the railway construction process. The lush greenery and the intricate details of the engineering work are evident, as are the workers toiling away in the background. The image provides a fascinating insight into the transportation revolution that was taking place in India during the mid-19th century. The Peninsula Railway, which connected Mumbai (then Bombay) to Thane, was a vital transportation link between the coastal regions and the interior of the Indian Peninsula. The railway system played a crucial role in facilitating the movement of goods and people, contributing significantly to the economic development of the region. This photograph, with its intriguing details and historical significance, is a valuable addition to any collection of Indian history or transportation history.
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