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Traction Engines
Traction Engines at a Country fair Gloucestershire England Date: circa 1958
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Media ID 23041218
© The Japics Historic Photography Collection/Mary Evans
1958 Engines Gloucestershire Traction
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Bring the charm of a bygone era into your home or office with our Traction Engines Framed Print from Media Storehouse. This stunning image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of a country fair in Gloucestershire, England, circa 1958. The traction engines, with their intricate designs and powerful presence, are a sight to behold. Our high-quality framed print is perfect for transport enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of vintage machinery. Add this unique piece to your collection and relive the magic of the past.
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the spirit of a bygone era at a country fair in Gloucestershire, England, circa 1958. The scene is filled with the sights, sounds, and smells of a traditional English country fair, as crowds gather around the impressive line-up of traction engines. Traction engines, large stationary engines used to provide mechanical power, were once a common sight in rural communities, powering various applications such as sawmills, threshing machines, and pumps. By the 1950s, however, they had largely been replaced by more modern machinery. This fair, therefore, represented an opportunity for enthusiasts to come together and celebrate the rich history of these magnificent machines. The photograph showcases a diverse collection of traction engines, each with its unique design and character. Some engines are adorned with intricate paintwork and decorative details, while others display the signs of hard work and wear. The steam plumes rising from the engines add a sense of energy and movement to the static scene, while the people in the crowd, dressed in their Sunday best, add a touch of nostalgic charm. The fairground attractions and colorful tents in the background provide a sense of context, reminding us of the simple pleasures and communal spirit that defined country fairs in the 1950s. This photograph is a beautiful testament to a time when technology and tradition came together to create unforgettable memories.
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