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Canvas Print : Railway steam locomotive designed in 1849 by English engineer Thomas Russell Crampton
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Railway steam locomotive designed in 1849 by English engineer Thomas Russell Crampton
Railway steam locomotive designed in 1849 by English engineer Thomas Russell Crampton. Cramptons (1816-1888) design featured a low-pitched boiler, large driving wheels and a single driving axle sited behind the firebox, which kept the centre of gravity low, giving greater stability at speed. The locomotives were popular on French railways, hauling express trains from 1849-1876
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Engineering Industrial Revolution Innovation Steam Locomotive Train Ann Ronan Pictures Crampton Thomas Russell Crampton Wood Engraving
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our stunning Canvas Print of the iconic Railway Steam Locomotive designed by Thomas Russell Crampton in 1849. This beautiful piece of railway history, captured from Heritage Images, showcases Crampton's innovative design, featuring a low-pitched boiler. Add this captivating print to your home or office to ignite conversations and bring a touch of industrial heritage into your space.
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Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the remarkable railway steam locomotive designed in 1849 by the ingenious English engineer, Thomas Russell Crampton. Crampton's revolutionary design boasted a low-pitched boiler, large driving wheels, and a single driving axle positioned behind the firebox. This innovative configuration ensured that the center of gravity remained low, providing enhanced stability at high speeds. The image transports us back to the heart of the industrial revolution in 19th century England. It captures both the engineering brilliance and aesthetic beauty of this iconic locomotive concept. The monochrome tones add an air of nostalgia, emphasizing its historical significance. Crampton's creation quickly gained popularity on French railways where it tirelessly pulled express trains for nearly three decades from 1849 to 1876. Its robust performance and reliability made it an indispensable part of France's transportation network during that era. This print is not just a testament to Crampton's engineering prowess but also serves as a reminder of how technological advancements shaped our world. It symbolizes progress, innovation, and human ingenuity that propelled societies forward during one of history's most transformative periods. As we gaze upon this extraordinary piece of machinery frozen in time through this wood engraving print by Thomas Russell Crampton himself or an unknown creator associated with Heritage Images collection, we are transported to an era when railroads were lifelines connecting countries and fueling economic growth across nations.
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