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Premium Framed Print : No. 7069 Double Slip Composite Carriage, 1938
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No. 7069 Double Slip Composite Carriage, 1938
This photograph shows double slip composite carriage no.7069. It was built in 1938 to diagram F24, and shows the guard compartment at the near end
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 25126028
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR transports us back to the golden age of railway travel in 1938. The image showcases a remarkable piece of engineering, the No. 7069 Double Slip Composite Carriage. Built to diagram F24, this carriage was truly ahead of its time. The photograph provides a detailed glimpse into the interior design and layout of this magnificent carriage. As we focus on the near end, our attention is drawn to the guard compartment, an essential feature for ensuring passenger safety during those bustling train journeys. Stepping into this double slip composite carriage must have been like stepping into a luxurious time capsule. The craftsmanship and attention to detail are evident in every aspect - from the elegant seating arrangements to the ornate decor adorning its walls. As we admire this snapshot frozen in history, it's impossible not to imagine all those who once traveled within these very walls. Passengers eagerly awaiting their next adventure or perhaps returning home after an unforgettable journey through picturesque landscapes. This photograph serves as a reminder that even though decades have passed since its creation, our fascination with trains and their rich history remains unwavering. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and innovation while offering us a window into an era when rail travel was at its zenith. No matter how much time passes or how technology evolves, there will always be something magical about vintage carriages like No. 7069 - preserving stories and memories that continue to captivate generations both young and old alike.
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