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Framed Print : Looking West from Swindon Junction Station, 1950
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Looking West from Swindon Junction Station, 1950
A view of the tracks towards Swindon Works, looking west from Swindon Junction station in 1950. The church spire of St Marks Church in the Railway Village can be seen in the distance and the GWR drawing offices are on the right
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 8515729
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1950 1950s Church Permanent Way Swindon Swindon Junction Swindon Works Track Tracks Wiltshire Church Spire St Marks Church
18"x14" Modern Frame
Discover the charm of the past with our Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Looking West from Swindon Junction Station, 1950" from STEAM Museum of the GWR. This captivating image transports you back in time to Swindon Junction Station in 1950, where the view towards Swindon Works is filled with the sights and sounds of a bygone era. In the distance, the distinct silhouette of St Mark's Church spire in the Railway Village adds a sense of history and character to this timeless scene. Our Framed Prints are meticulously crafted to preserve the rich details and vibrant colors of the original image. Add this beautiful piece to your home or office to bring a touch of nostalgia and inspiration to your space.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the year 1950, offering a glimpse into the bustling world of Swindon Junction Station. The image captures a mesmerizing view of the tracks stretching towards Swindon Works, evoking a sense of nostalgia for railway enthusiasts and history buffs alike. In the distance, one's eyes are drawn to the majestic church spire of St Marks Church in the Railway Village. Its presence adds an ethereal touch to this industrial landscape, reminding us that amidst progress and innovation, faith still stood tall. On the right side of the frame, we catch sight of the GWR drawing offices. These buildings served as hubs for creativity and engineering brilliance during their time. They were witness to countless designs that shaped Britain's railway heritage. The photograph beautifully encapsulates an era when steam trains ruled these tracks with power and elegance. It transports us back to a time when Swindon was at its peak as a hub for locomotive manufacturing. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we can almost hear the rhythmic chugging sound echoing through our minds and feel a gentle breeze carrying whispers from passengers waiting on platforms long gone. This print is not just an image; it is an invitation to step into history and embark on a journey through Wiltshire's rich railway past.
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