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Shrewsbury Castle, the Railway Station, and Grammar Schools, c1850 (tinted lithograph on paper)
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Shrewsbury Castle, the Railway Station, and Grammar Schools, c1850 (tinted lithograph on paper)
7426777 Shrewsbury Castle, the Railway Station, and Grammar Schools, c1850 (tinted lithograph on paper); 22x34 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire, UK; (add.info.: View of the town of Shrewsbury showing Shrewsbury Station in left middle distance, Shrewsbury Castle in centre middle distance, and Shrewsbury Grammar School in right middle distance. Published by W.Wilde, Shrewsbury and Lithographed by Newman & Co. 48, Watling St. London. Shrewsbury railway station was originally built in October 1848 for the Shrewsbury to Chester Line. The architect was Thomas Mainwaring Penson (1818-64) of Oswestry. The building style was imitation Tudor, complete with carvings of Tudor style heads around the window frames to match the Tudor building of Shrewsbury School. It was operated jointly by the Great Western Railway (GWR) and the London and North Western Railway (LNWR)); © Elton Collection, Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust
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© © Elton Collection, Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust / Bridgeman Images
Lithographic Lithographs Rail Station Rail Stations Railroad Railway Station Station Station Building Train Rail Train Station Victorian Era Victorian Era (1837 1901) Victorian Period Victorian Style West Midlands
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This stunning tinted lithograph captures a picturesque view of Shrewsbury in the mid-19th century, showcasing three iconic landmarks of the town. In the center stands Shrewsbury Castle, a symbol of strength and history with its imposing walls and towers. To the left, we see the newly built Shrewsbury Railway Station, a marvel of Victorian architecture designed by Thomas Mainwaring Penson. The station's imitation Tudor style blends seamlessly with the surrounding buildings, including Shrewsbury Grammar School on the right.
Published by W. Wilde in Shrewsbury and lithographed by Newman & Co. in London, this print beautifully preserves a moment in time when steam trains chugged into town and students hurried to class at one of England's oldest schools. The intricate details captured in this image - from the carvings of Tudor style heads around the window frames to the bustling activity around these historic sites - transport us back to an era filled with innovation and tradition.
As we gaze upon this scene from over 150 years ago, we are reminded of how these landmarks have stood as pillars of community life for generations, shaping both the physical landscape and cultural identity of Shrewsbury. This print is not just a historical document but a work of art that celebrates the enduring legacy of these beloved institutions.
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