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Canvas Print : Four lines in South London are being fitted with trams by the London County Council
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Four lines in South London are being fitted with trams by the London County Council
Four lines in South London are being fitted with trams by the London County Council, here you can see workmen working during the night to fit the electric lines. Date: 1902
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Media ID 20953693
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Council Electric Fitters Lines System Tools Trams Tramway Tramways Workmen 1902
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our captivating Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring Four lines in South London being fitted with trams by the London County Council in 1902. Witness the hustle and bustle of the night as workmen diligently install the electric lines for the new tram system. This vintage photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, brings history to life and adds a unique touch to any room. The high-quality canvas print is coated with a protective, scratch-resistant finish and comes ready to hang, ensuring a stunning display of this intriguing moment in history.
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 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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.
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In this evocative photograph from the early 1900s, the hustle and bustle of tramway construction in South London unfolds under the cover of night. The London County Council, responsible for overseeing the development of the city's transportation infrastructure, is in the process of fitting four tram lines in this area. The scene is set against the backdrop of the darkened streets, illuminated only by the dim glow of gas lamps and the electric lights used by the workmen. The men in this image are focused intently on their task, each wielding a variety of tools to install the necessary electric lines above the newly laid tram tracks. Their determination is palpable, as they work tirelessly to ensure the success of this ambitious project. The intricate web of wires and cables can be seen crisscrossing the scene, a testament to the complex system that would soon bring trams to the streets of South London. The transformation of London's transportation landscape was well underway in 1902, with trams becoming an increasingly popular mode of public transport. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the behind-the-scenes efforts required to bring this innovative technology to the city's residents. The dedication and hard work of the workmen, combined with the forward-thinking vision of the London County Council, would soon make trams an integral part of London's urban fabric. This image serves as a powerful reminder of the ingenuity and perseverance that shaped the city's transportation history.
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