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Fine Art Print : Horse Drawn Tram, Birkenhead
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Horse Drawn Tram, Birkenhead
Opening of the horse drawn street railway or tram service from Birkenhead Park to Woodside Ferry, Merseyside as pioneered by eccentric businessman, George Francis Train (1829-1904)
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1860 29th Birkenhead Ferry Francis Horse Drawn Merseyside Opening Trams Woodside Tram
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the Horse Drawn Tram in Birkenhead by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you to an era of innovation and progress, as eccentric businessman George Francis Train pioneers the horse-drawn street railway or tram service from Birkenhead Park to Woodside Ferry in Merseyside. The intricate details of the horses, the tram, and the passengers bring this historic moment to life, making it a stunning addition to any home or office. Experience the charm of the past with our high-quality Fine Art Print.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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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This photograph captures the historic moment of the opening of the horse-drawn tram service from Birkenhead Park to Woodside Ferry in Merseyside, England, on August 29, 1860. The pioneering spirit of eccentric businessman George Francis Train is palpable in this image, as he stands proudly beside the first tram car, flanked by onlookers in their finest attire. Train, an American entrepreneur, had arrived in Britain with grand plans to revolutionize transportation. He had already made a name for himself in the United States with his high-speed railways, but his vision extended beyond steam power. In Merseyside, he saw an opportunity to introduce a more affordable and accessible means of transport for the masses, and the horse-drawn tram was born. The scene in this photograph is set in the picturesque Birkenhead Park, with its lush greenery and elegant Victorian architecture providing a fitting backdrop for the historic occasion. The horse-drawn tram car, adorned with ornate decorations and pulled by a team of powerful horses, stands ready to embark on its inaugural journey. The excitement is evident on the faces of the onlookers, many of whom would have traveled great distances to witness this groundbreaking event. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and vision of George Francis Train, and the impact he had on the transportation industry in Britain. The horse-drawn tram service from Birkenhead Park to Woodside Ferry marked the beginning of a new era in public transport, paving the way for the development of more efficient and convenient modes of transportation in the years to come.
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