Framed Print : Cleaning Carriages

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Cleaning Carriages

August 1908: London & South Western Railway carriages are cleaned using industrial vacuum cleaners. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

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Topical Press Agency

Media ID 12022344

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1900 1909 August British Culture Cleaner Cleaning Couple Relationship Industrial Equipment Industry London England Machinery Pipe Railroad Car Railroad Track Train Vehicle Used Vacuum South Western Railway

13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame

Step back in time with our captivating Framed Print from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Storehouse collection. This vintage photograph, titled "Cleaning Carriages," captured in August 1908 by Topical Press Agency, showcases London & South Western Railway carriages undergoing an industrial makeover. The image, now framed in a contemporary style, beautifully preserves the intriguing history of railway innovation. Bring this unique piece of history into your home or office and add character to any space. Experience the charm of the past with our Framed Prints from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Storehouse.

Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")

Estimated Product Size is 34cm x 29.2cm (13.4" x 11.5")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph taken in August 1908, we are transported back to the bustling railway yards of London & South Western Railway. The image showcases a pivotal moment in history when industrial vacuum cleaners were introduced to revolutionize the cleaning process of carriages. The scene depicts a group of hardworking men diligently operating these new contraptions, their faces etched with determination as they maneuver the machinery along the train tracks. Clad in traditional work attire, their presence adds an air of authenticity to this snapshot from a bygone era. The photo's composition highlights the vastness of the railway yard, stretching out into the distance beneath a cloudy sky. The intricate network of rail transport is juxtaposed against the simplicity and efficiency brought about by these innovative vacuum cleaners. This archival print captures not only a significant advancement in technology but also reflects British culture during that time period. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and progress within industry and transportation. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are reminded of how far we have come since those early days of steam-powered locomotives. This photograph stands as both a tribute to our past and an inspiration for future innovations yet to come.

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