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Northern Railway
Crowds gather to watch the opening of the Stockton and Darlington Railway in north-east England, 1825. The railway is passing over the River Skerne in Darlington, on its way to Stockton-on-Tees. A sketch by John Dobbin. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11794360
© 2009 Getty Images
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Experience history come to life with our exquisite "Northern Railway" photographic print from Hulton Archive, available at Fine Art Storehouse. This captivating image captures the excitement and wonder of the crowd gathered in Darlington, north-east England, as they witness the opening of the Stockton and Darlington Railway in 1825. The steam engine, a marvel of the time, passes gracefully over the River Skerne, marking a new era in transportation. Bring this piece of history into your home and relive the magic of the past with our premium quality photographic prints.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 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
This print captures a momentous event in history - the opening of the Stockton and Darlington Railway in north-east England, back in 1825. The image showcases a bustling scene with crowds of men and women eagerly gathered to witness this groundbreaking ceremony. As they stand on the banks of the River Skerne in Darlington, their eyes are fixed on the impressive railway passing over the water, making its way towards Stockton-on-Tees. The sketch by John Dobbin beautifully depicts this significant milestone in transportation history. It transports us back to a time when horse-drawn carriages were soon to be replaced by steam-powered locomotives, revolutionizing travel forever. The bridge spanning across the river symbolizes progress and connectivity, as it paves the way for an era of faster and more efficient transportation. The atmosphere is filled with anticipation and excitement as people from all walks of life come together to witness this remarkable feat. This snapshot freezes a fleeting moment that represents not only technological advancement but also human curiosity and ingenuity. As we gaze upon this historical photograph, we can't help but marvel at how far we have come since that day in 1825 when dreams became reality on those very tracks.
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