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Making the Shoreham Railroad, c. 1840 (w/c on paper)
7389747 Making the Shoreham Railroad, c.1840 (w/c on paper) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 22x29 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire, UK; (add.info.: Arist: Unknown, 19th century
View of the building of the Shoreham to Brighton railway with railway viaduct in middle distance, navvies working in the forground and view of the English Channel in the background); © Elton Collection, Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust
Media ID 32020290
© Elton Collection, Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust / Bridgeman Images
Building Site Construction Site Construction Sites Construction Work Construction Works Manual Worker Railroad Rural Landscape Train Rail Watercolors Watercolour Paint Laborer Labourer Several People Several Persons Tradesman Tradesmen
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Discover the captivating history of railroad construction in this exquisite 19th-century watercolor, "Making the Shoreham Railroad, c.1840" by an Unknown Artist. Part of the Media Storehouse range of poster prints from Bridgeman Images, this fine art piece brings the charm of the past into your home or office. Each print is meticulously reproduced from the original at the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust in Telford, Shropshire, UK, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Add a touch of timeless elegance to your space with this captivating railway artwork."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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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The captivating print titled "Making the Shoreham Railroad, c. 1840" transports viewers back to a significant moment in history. With its watercolor on paper technique, this artwork captures the essence of early 19th-century construction and transportation. The image showcases the building of the Shoreham to Brighton railway, with a magnificent railway viaduct stretching across the middle distance. In the foreground, hardworking navvies can be seen laboring diligently at the construction site. Their presence adds a sense of human endeavor and dedication to this rural landscape. Beyond the viaduct lies a breathtaking view of the English Channel, reminding us that this ambitious project aimed to connect towns and cities while bridging geographical barriers. The artist's attention to detail allows us to appreciate not only their technical skill but also their ability to capture both natural beauty and industrial progress. This artwork is part of Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust's Elton Collection, which preserves historical works from various artists throughout time. It serves as an invaluable record of Britain's rich heritage in rail transport development during the 19th century. As we admire this piece, let us reflect on how it represents more than just an artistic creation; it symbolizes human ingenuity and perseverance in shaping our world through infrastructure advancements.
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