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Canvas Print : George Stephensons locomotive, the Rocket
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George Stephensons locomotive, the Rocket
George Stephensons locomotive, the Rocket, which won a prize given by the Liverpool and Manchester Railway Company
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1820s 1829 Funnel Invention Liverpool Loco Locomotive Manchester Prize Rocket Stephenson Technology Track Winner
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the awe-inspiring Canvas Print of George Stephenson's legendary locomotive, The Rocket, from our Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from the esteemed Mary Evans Picture Library, transports you back in time to the dawn of the railway era. Witness the iconic moment when The Rocket, designed by George Stephenson, claimed victory in the Rainhill Trials of 1829, setting new standards for speed and efficiency. This meticulously reproduced canvas print brings a touch of industrial revolution history into your home or office, making it a truly unique and inspiring addition to your decor. Experience the power and innovation of this groundbreaking locomotive like never before.
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 Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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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George Stephenson's Locomotive, The Rocket: A Pioneering Invention that Revolutionized Transportation in 19th-Century Britain This image showcases George Stephenson's groundbreaking locomotive, The Rocket, which made history in 1829 by winning the Rainhill Trials, a competition organized by the Liverpool and Manchester Railway Company to determine the most efficient and practical steam-powered locomotive for their new railway line. The Rocket, with its distinctive funnel and streamlined design, represented a significant leap forward in transportation technology. Its innovative features, such as the outside cylinders, the use of cast iron for the boiler, and the adoption of a Belpaire firebox, allowed it to outperform its competitors, achieving impressive speeds of up to 25 miles per hour. The Rainhill Trials marked a turning point in the development of the railway system, as steam locomotives began to replace horse-drawn carriages and revolutionize the way goods and passengers were transported over long distances. This photograph, taken in the 1820s, captures the essence of a pivotal moment in history, when Britain's industrial revolution was gathering momentum and the age of steam-powered transportation was born. The Rocket's success not only established Stephenson as a pioneering inventor but also paved the way for the widespread adoption of steam locomotives, shaping the future of transportation and leaving a lasting impact on the world.
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