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View of the Railway Across Chat Moss, 1831 (hand coloured engraving)
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View of the Railway Across Chat Moss, 1831 (hand coloured engraving)
1199842 View of the Railway Across Chat Moss, 1831 (hand coloured engraving) by Bury, Thomas Talbot (1811-77); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Six Coloured Views on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway with a plate of The Coaches, Machines, etc by Thomas Talbory Bury, published 1831.); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22309480
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Engine Engines Flats Industrial Revolution Industrialisation Liverpool Locomotive Locomotives Manchester Plains Rail Salford Steam Tracks Trains Bogs Chat Moss Peat Bog
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View of the Railway Across Chat Moss, 1831 - A Glimpse into the Industrial Revolution
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. This hand-coloured engraving by Thomas Talbot Bury offers a fascinating glimpse into the transformative power of the Industrial Revolution. Capturing a view of the railway across Chat Moss in 1831, this print showcases both the awe-inspiring beauty and engineering marvels of early locomotive travel. The scene depicts a vast expanse of flat plains, stretching as far as the eye can see. The steam-powered locomotive chugs along tracks that cut through this once impassable landscape, symbolizing mankind's triumph over nature's obstacles. The peat bogs and marshes of Chat Moss were tamed to make way for progress and connectivity. Bury's attention to detail is evident in his meticulous rendering of not only the train but also its surroundings. The lush greenery contrasts with billowing smoke from chimneys on distant horizons—a testament to England's rapid industrialization during this period. As we gaze upon this historic image, we are transported back in time to witness an era when railways revolutionized transportation and propelled Britain into an age of unprecedented growth. This print serves as a reminder that progress often comes at great cost but ultimately shapes our world for generations to come. From private collections to public admiration, "View of the Railway Across Chat Moss" continues to captivate viewers with its depiction of innovation, perseverance, and human ingenuity during one of history's most significant periods
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