Jigsaw Puzzle : Steam train at Acton, West London
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Steam train at Acton, West London
Steam train at Acton, West London, on the Great Western Railway. Date: circa 1920s
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Media ID 14417096
© The Patricia Aubrey Collection / Mary Evans
Acton Carriages Foggy Loco Locomotive Misty Pollution Signal Signals Smog Trains
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's captivating jigsaw puzzles, featuring the enchanting Steam train at Acton, West London image. This stunning puzzle, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you on a journey to the 1920s as you piece together the intricate details of this iconic steam train scene in the heart of London. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the Great Western Railway and enjoy the satisfaction of completing a high-quality, beautifully illustrated puzzle. Perfect for puzzlers of all ages and skill levels.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
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 photograph, a steam train makes its way through the dense fog of Acton, West London, in the 1920s. The Great Western Railway locomotive, with its powerful engine and billowing plume of steam, cuts through the misty air, leaving a trail of white vapor in its wake. The train carries several passenger carriages, each one filled with travelers eager to reach their destinations. The scene is set against the backdrop of a bridge, its iron girders and supports standing out starkly against the foggy backdrop. The signals atop the bridge are shrouded in mist, their red and green lights barely visible through the thick haze. The rail tracks stretch out into the distance, disappearing into the foggy horizon. Despite the beauty of the moment, there is an undeniable sense of grit and industry in the image. The smog and pollution hang heavy in the air, a byproduct of the coal-fired steam engines that powered the trains of the era. The train's passage through the foggy landscape is a reminder of the importance of transportation in connecting people and places, even as it comes at a cost to the environment. This photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of a bygone era when steam trains ruled the rails and the fog of West London was a constant companion to those who traveled by rail. It is a testament to the enduring allure of the steam train and the romance of rail travel, even as the world around it continued to change.
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