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Canvas Print : Electric Car Crossing ship canal from Runcorn to Widnes
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Electric Car Crossing ship canal from Runcorn to Widnes
The Runcorn-Widnes Transporter Bridge crossed the river Mersey and Manchester Ship Canal linking the towns of Runcorn and Widnes. Opened on 29th May 1905. Date: circa 1905
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Media ID 14251188
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Canal Crossing Electric Manchester Mar17 Mersey Pedestrians Platform Runcorn Transporter Widnes
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the historic charm of yesteryears into your modern living space with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This captivating image, "Electric Car Crossing ship canal from Runcorn to Widnes," showcases the iconic Runcorn-Widnes Transporter Bridge, an engineering marvel opened in 1905. The electric car gracefully crossing the Manchester Ship Canal against the backdrop of the River Mersey adds an intriguing narrative to your wall. Our high-quality canvas prints, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, are sure to be a bold statement in any room. Experience the timeless allure of history with Media Storehouse."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 47.4cm x 76.2cm (18.7" x 30")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph, taken circa 1905, showcases the iconic Runcorn-Widnes Transporter Bridge as an electric car makes its way across the bridge over the River Mersey and Manchester Ship Canal. The bridge, which linked the towns of Runcorn and Widnes, was a marvel of transportation engineering in the early 1900s. Opened on May 29, 1905, the bridge revolutionized the transportation landscape by allowing vehicles, pedestrians, and even horses and carts to cross the waterway without the need for ferries. The image presents a snapshot of the past, with the electric car at the forefront, showcasing the emerging technology of the time. The bridge's platform, raised high above the water, can be seen in the background, with the bridge's massive girders and cables stretching out to each side. Pedestrians and a horse-drawn cart can also be seen on the platform, providing a stark contrast to the modern electric vehicle. The Manchester Ship Canal and the River Mersey, both vital waterways for commercial and transportation purposes, add to the scene's industrial charm. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the ingenuity and innovation that transformed the way people and goods moved between Runcorn and Widnes in the early 1900s. This image is a testament to the past, a reminder of the significant role transportation played in shaping the communities of Runcorn and Widnes, and a tribute to the engineering marvel that was the Runcorn-Widnes Transporter Bridge.
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