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Fine Art Print : The Flying Scotsman arriving at Didcot, Oxfordshire, 15th June 1974 Gentle giant
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The Flying Scotsman arriving at Didcot, Oxfordshire, 15th June 1974 Gentle giant
The Flying Scotsman arriving at Didcot, Oxfordshire, 15th June 1974
Gentle giant. The mighty Flying Scotsman puffs softly along the glistening permanent way between Birmingham and Didcot - and crowds gather as close as possible to their iron hero to record the moments of steam washed magic. All along the route, stations, fields, yards and sidings were packed with enthusiasts with cameras and tape recorders seeking to gather for themselves and their children some record of yesterdays transport
Nigel Iskander
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Didcot
Oxfordshire
England
CS377
Media ID 21756122
© Mirrorpix
1974 4472 A3 Pacific Didcot Large Group Of People Crowd Lner Oxfordshire Railway South East Steam Engine Tracks Trainspotter
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse range, featuring Nigel Iskander's captivating image of The Flying Scotsman. This timeless masterpiece transports you back to 15th June 1974, as the iconic steam locomotive gently arrives at Didcot, Oxfordshire. The Flying Scotsman, a true gentle giant, exudes power and grace in this stunning black-and-white photograph from Memory Lane Prints. Bring this piece of railway history into your home and let it inspire awe and wonder for generations to come.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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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The Flying Scotsman, a gentle giant, gracefully arrives at Didcot in Oxfordshire on the 15th of June, 1974. As it glides along the gleaming tracks between Birmingham and Didcot, its powerful steam engine emits a soft puffing sound that captivates all who witness this magnificent sight. Enthusiasts from far and wide gather as close as possible to their iron hero, eager to capture these moments of steam-washed magic. Every station, field, yard, and siding along the route is packed with crowds armed with cameras and tape recorders. They are determined to create lasting memories of this nostalgic transportation era for themselves and future generations. The atmosphere is electric with excitement as people young and old eagerly await the arrival of yesteryear's transport icon. This photograph by Nigel Iskander perfectly encapsulates the spirit of that day in the 1970s. It showcases not only the grandeur of The Flying Scotsman but also highlights the passion shared by trainspotters and railway enthusiasts alike. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness a united kingdom coming together to celebrate its rich railway heritage. As we gaze upon this image from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to an era when steam engines ruled the tracks and ignited our collective imagination. It serves as a reminder that even today, amidst modern advancements in transportation technology, there will always be an enduring fascination for these majestic machines.
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