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Lord President Locomotive - British Railways P2 Class engine
Lord President Locomotive - British Railways P2 Class engine designed by Sir Nigel Gresley - built in 1935-1936, with the external design modified to resemble the Silver Link locomotives (LNER Class A4). Date: circa 1943
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Media ID 14399482
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
2003 Designer Engineer Engineering Gresley Lner Locomotive Modifications Modified Nigel Railways Designed
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the golden age of railways with our exquisite Fine Art Print of the Lord President Locomotive from Media Storehouse. This stunning representation of the British Railways P2 Class engine, designed by Sir Nigel Gresley and built between 1935 and 1936, is a testament to the elegance and power of steam engineering. Modified externally to resemble the Silver Link locomotives, this iconic locomotive is a must-have for any railway enthusiast or art collector. Our Fine Art Prints are sourced from the extensive archive of Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Add a touch of history and charm to your home or office with this magnificent piece.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 34.3cm (21" x 13.5")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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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This photograph showcases the Lord President Locomotive, a British Railways P2 Class engine designed by the renowned locomotive engineer Sir Nigel Gresley. Built between 1935 and 1936, this steam engine was a masterpiece of engineering, boasting an external design that bore a striking resemblance to the Silver Link locomotives of the London and North Eastern Railway (LNER) Class A4. Sir Nigel Gresley, a legendary figure in the world of railway engineering, had a vision to create a powerful and efficient locomotive that could grace the tracks of the British Railways. The P2 Class engine was his answer, featuring a 4-6-2 wheel arrangement, a Belpaire firebox, and a superheated boiler. Despite being built before the Second World War, this engine was captured on camera in circa 1943, a testament to its enduring presence on the rails during a time of great change in the transportation industry. The external modifications made to the engine in the late 1930s, which included streamlining and other aerodynamic enhancements, gave it a sleek and modern appearance that set it apart from its contemporaries. The Lord President Locomotive was a symbol of British engineering excellence, a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of Sir Nigel Gresley and the team that brought it to life. This photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of history that showcases the beauty and power of this remarkable locomotive.
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