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Locomotive engine, Chicago & Evanston Line, Illinois, USA
Locomotive engine, Express & Baggage car, on the Chicago & Evanston Line, Illinois, USA, with driver and drivers mate. Date: circa 1910
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Media ID 23054996
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Armoured Baggage Bars Chicago Driver Express Illinois Lines Locomotive Mate Overalls Railroad Railroads Railways Security Sepia Track Tracks Evanston
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 sepia-toned photograph depicts a powerful locomotive engine, numbered 103, on the Chicago & Evanston Line in Illinois, USA, circa 1910. The express and baggage car are hitched to the engine, ready for the next journey. The scene is set against a backdrop of railroad tracks stretching into the distance, with the engine's massive wheels poised to carry the weight of the train forward. Two men, dressed in overalls and work boots, can be seen in the photograph. The man in the foreground is the driver, intently focused on the controls of the engine, while his mate stands nearby, arms folded, keeping a watchful eye on the train's security. The mate's arms are adorned with protective bars, a common safety measure during this era of rail travel. The Chicago & Evanston Line was a vital part of the American railroad system, connecting the bustling city of Chicago with the suburban town of Evanston. The line played a crucial role in the transportation of goods and passengers between the two locations, and this photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily workings of the railroad industry during the early 20th century. The intricate details of the engine, from the intricately designed smokestack to the meticulously crafted machinery, are on full display in this photograph. The grit and determination of the men who operated these machines is palpable, making this image a captivating reminder of the rich history of American railroads.
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