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Early Locomotives
Three early steam locomotives. Clockwise, from top left: Penydarren, the first working railway steam locomotive, invented by Richard Trevithick, 1804, John Blenkinsops Salamanca, built in 1812, and Puffing Billy built in 1814 by William Hedley, Jonathan Forster and Timothy Hackworth. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11795904
© 2008 Getty Images
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Early Locomotive Fine Art Prints from Hulton Archive at Media Storehouse. These captivating prints showcase three pioneering steam engines that revolutionized transportation: Penydarren, the groundbreaking invention of Richard Trevithick in 1804, and John Blenkinsop's Salamanca, built in 1812. Each print is meticulously reproduced from original archives, providing a stunning and authentic glimpse into the early days of rail travel. Add these historical masterpieces to your home or office décor and ignite the imagination of all who enter your space.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 47.1cm (16" x 18.5")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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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This print showcases the pioneers of steam locomotion, capturing a significant moment in history. In this image, we are presented with three early steam locomotives that played crucial roles in revolutionizing transportation. Starting from the top left corner, we have Penydarren - the very first working railway steam locomotive invented by Richard Trevithick in 1804. This groundbreaking invention paved the way for future advancements and set the stage for what was to come. Moving clockwise, our attention is drawn to John Blenkinsops Salamanca, built in 1812. This locomotive stands as a testament to innovation and engineering prowess during its time. Finally, at the bottom right corner of this remarkable composition is Puffing Billy. Constructed in 1814 by William Hedley, Jonathan Forster, and Timothy Hackworth, it represents another milestone achievement in locomotive design. Together these three magnificent machines symbolize human ingenuity and determination to conquer new frontiers. Their existence marked a turning point not only for transportation but also for industrialization as a whole. Through this photograph's stark contrast between light and shadow, we are reminded of their immense power and significance within history's timeline. It serves as an homage to those who dared to dream big and push boundaries – forever changing how people would travel across vast distances. As we gaze upon this print captured by Hulton Archive/Getty Images, let us appreciate these early locomotives' beauty while acknowledging their role as catalyst
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