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Steam locomotive No 6319, with a freight tr
Steam locomotive No 6319, with a freight train crossing the Royal Albert Bridge, Saltash, Cornwall, c 1950s. The Royal Albert Bridge was built by Sir Isambard Kingdom Brunel (1806-1859) and was his last and perhaps greatest masterpiece. It was built to span the River Tamar at Saltash to link Devon and Cornwall. It was built of wrought-iron with two spans of 455 feet and 17 short spans. Brunel also planned the Clifton suspension bridge (1864) and the Hungerford suspension bridge (1841-1845)
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Media ID 8340515
© National Railway Museum / Science & Society Picture Libr
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Step back in time with our stunning Framed Prints from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image features Steam Locomotive No. 6319, proudly leading a freight train as it crosses the iconic Royal Albert Bridge in Saltash, Cornwall. Built by the legendary Sir Isambard Kingdom Brunel in the 1850s, this historic structure adds an extra layer of intrigue to this mesmerizing scene. Relive the golden age of rail transportation and bring the magic of steam engines into your home or office with our expertly crafted Framed Prints.
Framed and mounted 17x12 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 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). 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 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
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 print showcases the iconic Steam locomotive No 6319, gracefully crossing the majestic Royal Albert Bridge in Saltash, Cornwall during the vibrant 1950s. A true testament to engineering brilliance, this bridge stands as Sir Isambard Kingdom Brunel's final and most remarkable masterpiece. Constructed with meticulous precision by Brunel himself, the Royal Albert Bridge was ingeniously designed to span across the River Tamar, connecting Devon and Cornwall. Crafted from durable wrought-iron materials, it boasts two impressive spans measuring a staggering 455 feet each, complemented by an additional 17 shorter spans. As we gaze upon this historic image frozen in time, we are transported back to an era when steam locomotives reigned supreme on our railways. The powerful engine of No 6319 effortlessly pulls a freight train across this architectural marvel that seamlessly blends beauty with functionality. Brunel's visionary genius extended far beyond just bridges; he also envisioned and planned other renowned structures such as the Clifton suspension bridge (1864) and Hungerford suspension bridge (1841-1845). However, it is undoubtedly his creation of the Royal Albert Bridge that continues to captivate hearts and minds even today. This evocative photograph serves as a poignant reminder of both Britain's rich railway heritage and Brunel's indomitable spirit that pushed boundaries in pursuit of progress.
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