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Metal Print : Train driver and stoker on engine footplate
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Train driver and stoker on engine footplate
On the footplate: a driver and a stoker on the open footplate of a night train at Christmas-time, discussing the recent railway strike in Scotland. Date: 1891
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Media ID 14267299
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1891 Coal Driver Engines Footplate Glow Operational Railways Stoker Stoking Trains
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the nostalgic charm of the past into your home with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring this evocative image from Mary Evans Prints Online. Captured in 1891, this timeless photograph depicts a train driver and stoker deep in conversation on the open footplate of a night train during the festive season. Amidst the snowy landscape, they discuss the recent railway strike in Scotland, adding an intriguing historical context to this captivating scene. Our high-quality Metal Prints offer a unique, modern twist to traditional photography, with vibrant colors and stunning detail that will make this image a conversation starter in any room. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your home.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative photograph from the 1890s, two railway workers, a driver and a stoker, are deep in conversation on the open footplate of a night train during the festive season of Christmas-time. The year is 1891, and the scene is set against the backdrop of the Victorian era's industrial revolution, an era that saw the expansion of railways and the rise of steam-powered transport. The driver, dressed in his woolen cap and heavy coat, focuses intently on the track ahead, while the stoker, shoveling coal into the engine's insatiable appetite, glances up to engage in their discussion. The engine, with its intricate design and the glow of the steam and coal fire, casts an otherworldly light on their faces, creating an ethereal atmosphere. The topic of their conversation is the recent railway strike in Scotland, a significant event in the history of the railway industry. The workers' faces reveal the gravity of the situation, as they weigh the implications of the strike on their livelihoods and the operational efficiency of the railway network. The image captures the essence of the railway workers' daily struggle during the 19th century, a time when the railways played a crucial role in the transportation of goods and people across Britain. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the human element in the railway industry, and the challenges and camaraderie that came with the job. This photograph, with its historical significance and atmospheric setting, is a testament to the rich railway heritage of Britain and the vital role that railway workers played in shaping the country's transport infrastructure. It is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a unique perspective on the daily lives of railway workers during the Victorian era.
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