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Framed Print : Navvies digging and cutting on an embankment
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Navvies digging and cutting on an embankment
Railway scene, workers or navvies digging and cutting on an embankment, possible tunnel collapse
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Media ID 5085236
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10510717
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Navvies at Work" Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an iconic railway scene by Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the raw power and determination of navvies as they dig and cut into an embankment, potentially preparing for a tunnel expansion or repair. This evocative image transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the hard labor and grit that went into building our extensive railway network. Add this captivating piece to your home or office decor, and let the rich history of railway construction come alive.
20x16 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 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
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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This evocative photograph captures the raw energy and determination of a group of navvies as they laboriously dig and cut into the side of an embankment. The scene exudes a sense of industry and progress, as the men work tirelessly to expand the railway network, paving the way for the modern transportation revolution. Their faces are etched with the grit and grime of manual labor, their bodies bent and worn from long hours spent toiling in the elements. The embankment looms large in the background, its steep incline a testament to the monumental task at hand. The men's tools lie scattered around them, a constant reminder of the physical demands of their work. The potential for danger is palpable, as the men work so close to the edge of the embankment. The threat of a tunnel collapse looms large, adding an element of urgency and tension to the scene. Yet, the navvies press on, driven by the knowledge that their efforts will bring about a significant improvement to the transportation infrastructure of their time. The railway scene depicted in this photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and perseverance of the human spirit. It serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by these workers to bring about a transportation revolution, making it easier and faster for people and goods to travel across vast distances. The photograph is a captivating glimpse into the past, offering a unique perspective on the construction of the railway network and the men who made it possible.
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