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Poster Print : No 8 Shop, Paint Shop, 1953
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No 8 Shop, Paint Shop, 1953
Two men can be seen here painting a carriage. The carriages, like locomotives, had their own special livery that had to be painted with precision
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 20019173
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
Carriage Works Swindon Works 1953
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the "No 8 Shop, Paint Shop, 1953" poster print from our Media Storehouse collection, an intriguing glimpse into the past of the Steam Museum of the GWR. This evocative image transports us back in time, as two dedicated workers meticulously paint the intricate livery on a carriage. Just like locomotives, each carriage had its unique identity, requiring the same level of precision and dedication. Bring the nostalgic charm of the steam era into your home or office with this beautifully printed poster, a must-have for railway enthusiasts and history lovers alike.
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 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR takes us back to 1953, offering a glimpse into the meticulous world of carriage painting at No 8 Shop, Paint Shop. Two skilled men can be seen diligently applying paint to a majestic carriage, their hands steady and movements precise. In this era, carriages were not just functional modes of transportation; they were works of art in themselves. Just like locomotives, carriages boasted their own unique livery that had to be painted with utmost precision. The attention to detail required was extraordinary – every stroke mattered. The atmosphere within the bustling paint shop is palpable through this image. Amidst the smell of fresh paint and sounds of brushes gliding across surfaces, these craftsmen dedicatedly transformed plain metal into vibrant masterpieces on wheels. Their expertise ensured that each carriage received its distinct identity while maintaining a consistent aesthetic throughout Swindon Works. This photograph serves as a testament to the skill and craftsmanship present in railway workshops during this era. It reminds us that behind every powerful locomotive lay an equally important team responsible for creating visually stunning carriages. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an age where precision and dedication reigned supreme - where even something as seemingly mundane as painting carried an air of artistic excellence.
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