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Details of Sans Pareil from Rastricks notebook, Rainhill Trials, 1829 (pen & ink on paper)
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Details of Sans Pareil from Rastricks notebook, Rainhill Trials, 1829 (pen & ink on paper)
3697569 Details of Sans Pareil from Rastricks notebook, Rainhill Trials, 1829 (pen & ink on paper) by Rastrick, John Urpeth (1780-1856); Science Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Page 16 of the notebook belonging to John Urpeth Rastrick (1780-1856) that was used to record details of the Rainhill locomotive trials in 1829. This page concerns Timothy Hackworths (1786-1850) engine Sans Pareil. The Rainhill trials were a competition set up to find the most efficient locomotive for railway haulage on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. The competition was won by the Rocket, designed by George Stephenson (1781-1848) and Robert Stephenson (1803-1859). Rastrick was one of the judges.); SSPL/UIG
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This print showcases the intricate details of Sans Pareil, an iconic steam locomotive that participated in the historic Rainhill Trials of 1829. The image is a reproduction of page 16 from John Urpeth Rastrick's notebook, which served as a meticulous record of the trials. The Rainhill Trials were organized to determine the most efficient locomotive for railway haulage on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. As one of the judges, Rastrick played a crucial role in assessing each engine's performance and design. Sans Pareil, designed by Timothy Hackworth, takes center stage in this snapshot from history. Every line and stroke captured with pen and ink on paper reveals Hackworth's innovative engineering prowess. The meticulously drawn sketches showcase every aspect of Sans Pareil: its robust frame, powerful wheels, and intricate mechanisms that propelled it forward with remarkable speed. Although ultimately outshined by George Stephenson's Rocket – winner of the competition – Sans Pareil remains an important testament to early railway innovation. This image transports us back to a time when these magnificent machines revolutionized transportation and paved the way for modern railways. Displayed at London's Science Museum, this print offers viewers an intimate glimpse into Rastrick's notebook—a treasure trove filled with invaluable insights into 19th-century locomotive technology. It serves as a reminder of how human ingenuity has shaped our world through relentless pursuit and tireless experimentation.
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