Fine Art Print : Rail / Locomotive
Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Rail / Locomotive
The Sans Pareil of Timothy Hackworth, taking part in the Liverpool & Manchester Railway competition
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Media ID 573797
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1829 Competition Liverpool Locomotive Locomotives Manchester Taking Timothy
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of rail transportation with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image showcases the Sans Pareil of Timothy Hackworth, a pioneering locomotive that took part in the historic Liverpool & Manchester Railway competition. Each print in our Media Storehouse range is meticulously crafted using high-quality materials and printing techniques, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Bring the grandeur of the past into your home or office with this stunning railway masterpiece.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 32.9cm (21" x 13")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in British transport history - the Liverpool & Manchester Railway competition of October 1829. The image showcases the Sans Pareil locomotive, designed by the renowned engineer Timothy Hackworth, as it competes against other locomotives to prove its speed and efficiency on the newly constructed railway line.
The Sans Pareil was a remarkable feat of engineering for its time, showcasing Hackworth's innovative design and technological advancements in locomotive construction. Its participation in this competition marked a pivotal moment in the development of rail transport in Britain, highlighting the rapid progress being made in steam-powered locomotion.
As we gaze upon this historical photograph, we are transported back to a time when railways were revolutionizing travel and trade across the country. The intense competition between different locomotives symbolizes the fierce drive for progress and improvement that characterized this era of industrial innovation.
Through this image from Mary Evans Picture Library, we are reminded of the crucial role that railways played in shaping modern society and connecting people and goods across vast distances. It serves as a testament to both human ingenuity and perseverance in overcoming challenges to create new modes of transportation that would change the world forever.
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