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Commodore Vanderbilt - New York Central Railroad
Commodore Vanderbilt steam locomotive featured Art Deco streamlining designed by Henry Dreyfuss - New York Central Railroad. 95ft long, developing 4075 horsepower and could attain a speed of 90 mph. Date: 1935
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Bodywork Commodore Locomotive Railroad Streamline Thrities Vanderbilt 1935 Deco Designed
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 Commodore Vanderbilt, a legendary steam locomotive that graced the rails of the New York Central Railroad in the 1930s. Designed by the visionary industrial designer Henry Dreyfuss, this locomotive epitomized the Art Deco style with its streamlined bodywork that measured an impressive 95 feet in length. The Commodore Vanderbilt was a marvel of engineering, developing an astounding 4075 horsepower and capable of reaching a top speed of 90 mph. The Commodore Vanderbilt represented the pinnacle of rail transport technology during the 1930s, a time when America's railways were at the forefront of transportation innovation. Dreyfuss's design was not just about aesthetics; it was also about functionality, as the streamlined bodywork helped to reduce wind resistance and improve fuel efficiency. The Commodore Vanderbilt's sleek appearance was a stark contrast to the bulky and unrefined steam locomotives of the past. Its streamlined bodywork, with its smooth curves and elegant lines, was a testament to the Art Deco movement's influence on American design. The locomotive's powerful presence and innovative design captured the public's imagination and helped to shape the way we view trains to this day. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when rail travel was the epitome of luxury and innovation. The Commodore Vanderbilt stands as a symbol of America's industrial prowess and design ingenuity during the 1930s, a time when the future seemed limitless.
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