Canvas Print : Puffing Billy
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Puffing Billy
Hedleys improved Wylam engine, known as Puffing Billy
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Media ID 571671
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1815 Billy Improved Locomotives Puffing Wylam
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Puffing Billy" Canvas Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning image showcases the iconic Hedley's improved Wylam engine, affectionately known as "Puffing Billy." The intricate details of this historic steam locomotive are beautifully rendered in this high-quality canvas print, transporting you back to an era of steam power and engineering marvels. Adorn your walls with this evocative piece and let the story of Puffing Billy come to life in your home or office.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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
Puffing Billy," also known as Hedley's Improved Wylam Engine, is a historic railway locomotive that was built in 1815 by William Hedley in Wylam, Northumberland, England. This photograph captures the timeless beauty and engineering prowess of this early steam engine, which marked a significant milestone in the history of rail transport. The image shows Puffing Billy in its full glory, with its large, cylindrical boiler and intricately designed ironwork. The engine's wheels, which were a groundbreaking innovation at the time, are prominently displayed, as is its chimney, which belches out plumes of steam. The engine's name, "Puffing Billy," is inscribed on the side, adding to its character and charm. Puffing Billy was an improvement on the earlier Wylam engine, which was the first successful steam locomotive to pull a load on rails. Hedley's engine featured several improvements, including a more efficient boiler and a larger firebox. These improvements allowed Puffing Billy to carry heavier loads and travel longer distances than its predecessor. The photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, when steam power was the driving force behind transportation and industrialization. Puffing Billy's legacy extends beyond its historical significance, as it paved the way for the development of more advanced locomotives and the expansion of railways across the world. This photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the engineers and inventors of the past, who pushed the boundaries of what was possible and transformed the way we travel and transport goods. It is a reminder of the rich history of rail transport and the role that steam engines played in shaping the modern world.
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