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A Striking Contrast, 1922. Creator: Unknown
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A Striking Contrast, 1922. Creator: Unknown
A Striking Contrast, 1922. From The Romance of Modern Railways, by T. W. Corbin. [Seeley Service & Co. Limited, London, 1922]
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Aged Contrast Corbin George Stephenson Invention Locomotive Modern Railways Rocket Romance Of Modern Railways Seeley Service Service Co Side By Side Steam Locomotive Steam Train Stephenson Tender Thomas W Thomas W Corbin Train Tw Corbin Metaphor
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A Striking Contrast, 1922
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captures a moment frozen in time, showcasing the juxtaposition of old and new. This print takes us back to the 1920s, an era marked by rapid advancements in technology and transportation. The image is sourced from "The Romance of Modern Railways" a book authored by Thomas W. Corbin and published by Seeley Service & Co. Limited in London. In this photograph, we see an exterior view of a steam locomotive known as Rocket alongside its tender. The historic invention created by George Stephenson stands proudly next to a more modern train, symbolizing progress and innovation side by side. The monochrome palette adds depth to the scene, emphasizing the contrast between these two modes of transport. This image serves as both a metaphor for societal change during that period and as a testament to human ingenuity throughout history. It reminds us how far we have come while honoring our past achievements in science and transportation. As we gaze upon this aged artwork, we are transported back to a time when railways were at the forefront of technological advancement—a visual reminder that even today's cutting-edge inventions will one day become part of history's tapestry.
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