Stephensons Rocket Collection

Various exhibits at the Patents Museum, 1850
3359144 Various exhibits at the Patents Museum, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting various exhibits at the Patents Museum)

Advertisement for express train services between London and Birmingham on the London and North Western Railway
6032514 Advertisement for express train services between London and Birmingham on the London and North Western Railway (colour litho) by English School

Robert Stephenson, from The National and Domestic History of England
KW341467 Robert Stephenson, from The National and Domestic History of England by William Hickman Smith Aubrey (1858-1916) published London, c.1890 (litho) by English School

The Novelty Locomotive, built by Ericsson to compete with Stephensons Rocket, 1829 (engraving)
2813741 The Novelty Locomotive, built by Ericsson to compete with Stephensons Rocket, 1829 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Novelty Locomotive)

Taking in Water, at Parkside (The Station where Mr Huskisson fell)
2655290 Taking in Water, at Parkside (The Station where Mr Huskisson fell), published 1831 (hand coloured engraving) by Bury

Portrait of Robert Stephenson with Rocket (oil on canvas)
1212840 Portrait of Robert Stephenson with Rocket (oil on canvas) by English School, (19th century); 69.4x89.7 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

View Taken from Under the Hampstead Road Bridge, looking towards the station at Euston
1199837 View Taken from Under the Hampstead Road Bridge, looking towards the station at Euston Square, 1837 (hand coloured engraving) by Bury

Entrance of the Railway at Edge Hill, Liverpool, 1831 (hand coloured engraving)
1199839 Entrance of the Railway at Edge Hill, Liverpool, 1831 (hand coloured engraving) by Bury, Thomas Talbot (1811-77); Private Collection; (add.info)

Building a full-size replica of Stephensons Rocket for the Science Museum, London
6014793 Building a full-size replica of Stephensons Rocket for the Science Museum, London, at the works of Robert Stephenson & Co, the same firm that made the original locomotive in 1829, Darlington

Excavation of Olive Mount, 4 Miles from Liverpool, 1831 (hand coloured engraving)
1199840 Excavation of Olive Mount, 4 Miles from Liverpool, 1831 (hand coloured engraving) by Bury, Thomas Talbot (1811-77); Private Collection; (add.info)

Labourer, early industrial revolution, early 19th century (colour litho)
3245317 Labourer, early industrial revolution, early 19th century (colour litho) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; out of copyright

Chocolat Poulain trade card, Robert Stephenson (chromolitho)
964035 Chocolat Poulain trade card, Robert Stephenson (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chocolat Poulain trade card)

Notes at the Patent Museum, South Kensington (engraving)
1045142 Notes at the Patent Museum, South Kensington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Notes at the Patent Museum, South Kensington)

A full size model of Stephensons Rocket alongside an engine of the George
A full size model of Stephensons Rocket alongside an engine of the " George the Fifth" class, London Midland and Scottish Railway, 1930

Building the Rocket - in 1935, 1935. Creator: Unknown
Building the " Rocket" - in 1935. This full-size replica of a famous locomotive was ordered by the Science Museum, South Kensington, from Robert Stephenson and Co. of Darlington, 1935

Excavation of Olive Mount, 4 miles from Liverpool, 1831. Artist: Thomas Talbot Bury
Excavation of Olive Mount, 4 Miles from Liverpool, published 1831 (hand coloured engraving). From Six Coloured Views on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway with a plate of The Coaches, Machines

Entrance of the Railway at Edge Hill, Liverpool, 1831. Artist: Thomas Talbot Bury
Entrance of the Railway at Edge Hill, Liverpool, published 1831 (hand coloured engraving). From Six Coloured Views on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway with a plate of The Coaches, Machines

View Taken from Under the Hampstead Road Bridge, looking towards the station at Euston Square, published 1837 (hand coloured engraving)

1892, 19th Century, Bright Colour, Full Length, History, Illustration and Painting, No People, Nostalgia, Side View, Single Object, Steam Train, Stephensons Rocket, The Past, Transportation, UK

Illustration of development of British and American steam trains of the 19th century from 1803 to 1874

Rainhill Bridge, plate 12 from Liverpool and Manchester Railway, engraved by Henry Pyall
XCF3408 Rainhill Bridge, plate 12 from Liverpool and Manchester Railway, engraved by Henry Pyall (1795-1833), pub. by Ackermann & Co

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Stephenson's Rocket: A Revolutionary Locomotive of the Industrial Age Stephenson's Rocket, a marvel of engineering and a symbol of progress, was an iconic locomotive that revolutionized railway transportation in the early 19th century. Designed by Robert Stephenson, this steam-powered engine paved the way for modern railways and forever changed the face of transportation. Published in 1831 as a hand-coloured engraving, Rainhill Bridge stands tall as a testament to the ingenuity behind Stephenson's creation. This magnificent structure served as a gateway for express train services between London and Birmingham on the London and North Western Railway. A vibrant colour lithograph advertisement showcased these new high-speed connections, highlighting how Rocket propelled passengers into an era of unprecedented speed and efficiency. Robert Stephenson himself was immortalized in The National and Domestic History of England. His portrait alongside his masterpiece demonstrates his significant contribution to British history. In competition with Ericsson's Novelty Locomotive in 1829, Stephenson emerged victorious with his groundbreaking design that surpassed all expectations. The Station at Parkside witnessed both triumphs and tragedies. It was here that Mr Huskisson fell victim to an unfortunate accident while taking water for Rocket during its journey. This somber event serves as a reminder of the risks involved in pioneering such advancements. Underneath Hampstead Road Bridge lies another perspective on this transformative period; it captures Euston station bustling with activity as passengers eagerly boarded trains pulled by Rockets bound for distant destinations. Edge Hill entrance further exemplifies how railways expanded their reach across Britain, connecting cities like Liverpool through this technological marvel. Decades later, Darlington became home to building a full-size replica of Stephensons' original masterpiece at Robert Stephenson & Co works in 1935 - captured beautifully in black-and-white photography - showcasing how even years after its creation, Rocket continued to inspire awe among generations.