Greetings Card : Earl Haig railway engine, Marylebone Station, London
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Earl Haig railway engine, Marylebone Station, London
Earl Haig railway engine, Marylebone Station, London.
early 20th century
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14162550
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Carriages Haig Loco Marylebone Signals Tracks
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Discover the charm of yesteryears with our Earl Haig railway engine greeting cards from the Media Storehouse range. This exquisite design, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to Marylebone Station in early 20th century London. The Earl Haig steam engine, a symbol of the era's industrial might, proudly stands at the station, its steam billowing in the crisp air. These beautifully crafted cards are perfect for railway enthusiasts, history lovers, or anyone who appreciates the romance of a bygone era. Add a touch of nostalgia to your correspondence with these unique and captivating greeting cards from Media Storehouse.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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 evocative early 20th century photograph, the Earl Haig steam locomotive proudly stands at Marylebone Station in London, ready to embark on its next journey. The Earl Haig, named after the famous First World War commander, was a class of locomotive used on the Great Central Railway's express passenger services. The engine's powerful presence is accentuated by the surrounding railway infrastructure, with tracks stretching out into the distance and carriages neatly arranged on the platform. The scene is filled with the sights, sounds, and smells of the railway era. The Earl Haig's gleaming steam engine and chimney stack emit thick plumes of smoke, while the signals in the background indicate that the train is about to depart. Passengers can be seen milling about on the platform, some waving goodbye to loved ones or boarding the train for their next destination. Marylebone Station, with its grand architecture and ornate detailing, is a fitting backdrop for this iconic steam engine. The station, which opened in 1899, was a major hub for the Great Central Railway and served as a gateway to the north of England and Scotland. This photograph is a testament to the golden age of rail travel, a time when trains were the primary mode of long-distance transportation and the journey itself was an experience to be savored. The Earl Haig and its passengers are frozen in time, captured for future generations to appreciate the romance and adventure of the railway era.
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