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Burrell Showmans Road Locomotive PB9624 King George VI
Burrell Showmans Road Locomotive PB9624 King George VI (msn 3489), built 1913, at the 1959 Crystal Palace Steam rally. (Charles Burrell & Sons were builders of steam traction engines, agricultural machinery, steam lorries and steam tram engines. The company were based in Thetford, Norfolk and operated from the St Nicholas works on Minstergate and St Nicholas Street, some of which survives today). Date: 1959
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© The Peter Butt Steam Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
1959 Agricultural Based Builders Burrell Crystal Engines Locomotive Lorries Machinery Minstergate Nicholas Norfolk Operated Rally Showmans Sons Survives Thetford Today Traction Tram
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the iconic Burrell Showmans Road Locomotive PB9624 King George VI. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library at Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the locomotive in all its glory at the 1959 Crystal Palace Steam Rally. With its rich history, having been built by Charles Burrell & Sons in 1913, this poster is a must-have for rail enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Bring the golden age of steam engineering into your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed poster.
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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This photograph showcases the historic Burrell Showmans Road Locomotive PB9624, affectionately named King George VI, at the 1959 Crystal Palace Steam Rally. The Burrell Engine Company, founded in Thetford, Norfolk, England, was renowned for its production of steam traction engines, agricultural machinery, steam lorries, and steam tram engines. This particular locomotive, with the manufacturer's serial number 3489, was built in 1913 and is a testament to the company's engineering prowess. Charles Burrell & Sons, the company behind this engineering marvel, operated from the St Nicholas works on Minstergate and St Nicholas Street in Thetford. Some of these historic buildings still survive today, offering a glimpse into the past and the rich industrial heritage of the region. The Burrell Showmans Road Locomotive PB9624, King George VI, is a stunning example of the company's commitment to innovation and excellence. Its presence at the Crystal Palace Steam Rally in 1959 highlights the enduring appeal of these steam-powered vehicles and the passion they continue to inspire in enthusiasts and collectors. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when steam power ruled the roads and the engineering feats of companies like Charles Burrell & Sons were at the forefront of transportation technology.
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