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Royal George, first locomotive with six coupled wheels
Royal George, first locomotive with six coupled wheels, used on the Stockton and Darlington Railway. Date: circa 1820s
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Media ID 32222000
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1820s Coupled Darlington Funnel Loco Locomotive Locomotives Stockton Wheels
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of the Royal George, the world's first locomotive with six coupled wheels. Dating back to the 1820s, this historic steam engine revolutionized transportation on the Stockton and Darlington Railway. Bring the rich history of railroads into your home or office with this beautifully detailed and intricately designed print, sourced from the Consolidated Archive Holdings Ltd at Mary Evans Prints Online. A perfect addition to any room, this Fine Art Print is sure to ignite the imagination and transport you back in time.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 50.8cm x 47.6cm (20" x 18.7")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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 stunning print captures the iconic Royal George, the first locomotive with six coupled wheels, as it chugs along the Stockton and Darlington Railway in the 1820s. The Royal George was a marvel of engineering at the time, representing a significant advancement in transport technology.
With its sleek design and powerful engine, this locomotive symbolizes the dawn of a new era in transportation. The sight of Royal George speeding down the tracks would have been both thrilling and awe-inspiring for onlookers.
The image showcases not just a train, but a piece of history that revolutionized travel in England's North East. The intricate details of the locomotive - from its funnel to its coupled wheels - are captured beautifully in this photograph.
As we gaze upon this historic moment frozen in time, we can't help but feel a sense of wonder at how far we've come since the days when steam-powered locomotives ruled the rails. The legacy of Royal George lives on through images like these, reminding us of our rich railway heritage.
This print is more than just a picture - it's a window into an important chapter in transportation history that continues to captivate us to this day.
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