Paddle steamer, River Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne

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Paddle steamer, River Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Newcastle Paddle Steamer Tyne

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This vintage photograph, titled 'Paddle Steamer, River Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne,' transports us back in time to the late Victorian or early Edwardian era. The image, part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a paddle steamer gracefully navigating the River Tyne, with Newcastle upon Tyne's picturesque skyline in the background. The paddle steamer, a popular mode of transportation during the 19th century, is depicted here in all its glory. Its tall, elegant smokestacks billow out plumes of smoke against the clear blue sky, while the paddles churn the water below, leaving a trail of ripples in their wake. The intricate details of the ship's ironwork and ornate decorations are on full display, a testament to the engineering prowess of the time. Newcastle upon Tyne's historic Quayside, with its distinctive red and white buildings, adds to the charm of the photograph. The Sage Gateshead, a modern concert hall, can be seen in the distance, providing a stark contrast to the vintage scene. The photograph is believed to have been captured as a lantern slide, a popular form of entertainment during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Families would gather around a lantern projector, and the slides would be shown one by one, creating a magical and immersive experience. This photograph, with its stunning composition and rich history, would have been a crowd-pleaser indeed. As we gaze at this photograph, we are reminded of a bygone era, a time when travel was an adventure, and the world was a little bit smaller. The Paddle Steamer, River Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, is a beautiful snapshot of that time, a treasure to be cherished and appreciated.

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