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Famous Steam Engine The Flying Scotsman
The famous steam engine the Flying Scotsman. (Photo by Evening Standard/Getty Images). The 21.34m-long, 100-tonne machine was designed by Sir Nigel Gresley, one of Britains most famous steam locomotive engineers. It ran long-distance express trips from 1923 to 1963, setting speed records along the way. After 3, 341, 000km in service at the London and North Eastern Railway, the locomotive was bought by rich guy Alan Pegler, who paid a complete overhaul in 1968
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Evening Standard
Media ID 11633844
1960 1969 Engine Famous Flying Scotsman Railroad Track Scotsman Smoking Steam Steam Train Train Train Vehicle Format
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the majesty of engineering history with our Fine Art Print of The Flying Scotsman by Evening Standard from the Media Storehouse collection. This iconic steam engine, designed by Sir Nigel Gresley, is a testament to the ingenuity and power of the past. Measuring an impressive 21.34m in length and weighing 100 tonnes, The Flying Scotsman continues to captivate audiences with its timeless beauty. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and let it inspire you every day. Our high-quality fine art prints are printed on premium paper using archival inks, ensuring your investment is a long-lasting one.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 35.5cm (20" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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This print showcases the iconic steam engine, The Flying Scotsman. With its majestic presence and billowing smoke, this famous locomotive is a symbol of British engineering excellence. Designed by the renowned Sir Nigel Gresley, one of Britain's most celebrated steam locomotive engineers, The Flying Scotsman operated as a long-distance express train from 1923 to 1963. Throughout its service at the London and North Eastern Railway, this impressive machine covered an astonishing distance of 3,341,000 kilometers while setting numerous speed records along the way. However, it was in 1968 that rich enthusiast Alan Pegler acquired The Flying Scotsman and spared no expense in giving it a complete overhaul. Measuring an impressive length of 21.34 meters and weighing a staggering 100 tonnes, this historic steam engine represents not only a remarkable feat of engineering but also embodies the spirit of adventure and travel during its era. As it gracefully glides along railway tracks in Europe's picturesque landscapes, The Flying Scotsman continues to captivate both train enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Preserved for generations to come through this archival photograph captured by Evening Standard/Getty Images, this stunning print transports viewers back to a time when steam trains ruled the rails with their power and elegance. A true testament to human ingenuity and innovation in transportation history - The Flying Scotsman remains forever etched in our collective memory as an enduring symbol of fame and grandeur on wheels.
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