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Fine Art Print : Bristol Temple Meads Station, c. 1843
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Bristol Temple Meads Station, c. 1843
Lithograph by John Cooke Bourne of Brunels train shed at Bristol Temple Meads Station in c.1843, a few years after the station opened in 1840. Railway workers are dealing with the locomotives and wagons with some onlooking passengers watching from the platforms. The perspective of the print shows the massive scale of the 200ft (60m) long structure and its magnificent roof
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 13665907
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Bristol Bristol Temple Meads Station Train Shed 1840s 1843 Bourne Engraving
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse's collection. Featuring a captivating lithograph by John Cooke Bourne, this print showcases the iconic Bristol Temple Meads Station as it looked in the mid-1840s, just a few years after its opening. Witness the grandeur of Isambard Kingdom Brunel's train shed in all its glory, as steam trains dominated the transportation landscape. Bring the history and charm of the GWR into your home or office with this stunning piece of art.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 36.7cm (23.4" x 14.4")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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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Step back in time with this lithograph by John Cooke Bourne, capturing the bustling scene at Bristol Temple Meads Station in the 1840s. As one of Brunel's architectural masterpieces, this print showcases the impressive train shed that was completed just a few years prior. Intriguingly detailed, the lithograph depicts railway workers diligently attending to locomotives and wagons while onlooking passengers observe from the platforms. The sheer scale of the structure is awe-inspiring; stretching an astonishing 200 feet (60 meters) long, it dominates the composition alongside its magnificent roof. Transport yourself to an era where steam engines reigned supreme and witness history unfold before your eyes. Immerse yourself in every intricate detail as you explore this snapshot frozen in time - from the meticulous engravings on each carriage to the expressions etched upon both workers and passengers alike. This lithograph serves as a testament to not only Brunel's engineering prowess but also to the significance of Bristol Temple Meads Station within Britain's industrial revolution. It stands as a reminder of how railways transformed society, connecting people and places like never before. Allow this remarkable piece of art to transport you back through centuries past, offering a glimpse into a world where innovation met grandeur at every turn. Experience firsthand why Bristol Temple Meads continues to captivate imaginations even today.
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