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Leicester and Swannington railway tracks and trucks
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Media ID 32385212
© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
Leicester Railroad Swannington Tracks Tramway Trucks
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Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 16.2cm (9.3" x 6.4")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
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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Step back in time with this image of Leicester and Swannington railway tracks and trucks, captured in the vintage era. The photograph, part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us to an era of steam-powered locomotives, horse-drawn carts, and the rustic charm of the early railroad. Leicester and Swannington railway, a historic tramway that once connected Leicester with the coal mines of Swannington, is the focus of this evocative image. The railway, which operated between 1879 and 1931, was a vital lifeline for the community, providing essential coal supplies to the growing city of Leicester. The photograph showcases the railway tracks winding through the picturesque countryside, with the trucks laden with coal and the steam engine in the background. The horse-drawn carts, which were used to transport the coal from the trucks to the waiting wagons, add to the scene's authenticity. The image is further enhanced by the presence of a lantern slide, a popular form of entertainment during the Victorian and Edwardian eras, which would have been used to project this very image onto a screen for the enjoyment of audiences. The photograph's muted colors and grainy texture evoke a sense of nostalgia and wonder, inviting us to imagine the sights, sounds, and smells of a bygone era. This image is a testament to the rich history of rail transport in Leicester and Swannington and is a must-have for anyone with an interest in vintage railways, transportation history, or the industrial revolution.
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