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Photographic Print : Steam powered Excavating Machine, aka Steam Navvy, at Beamish Museum, Beamish
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Steam powered Excavating Machine, aka Steam Navvy, at Beamish Museum, Beamish
Steam powered Excavating Machine, aka Steam Navvy, at Beamish Museum, Beamish, County Durham, 18th August 1970. Designed for lifting and moving material such as rock and soil. It is the earliest type of power shovel or excavator
NCJ Archive
Mirrorpix
England
NCJ 1970 08 18a
Media ID 21765924
© Mirrorpix
Construction Displays Engine Equipment Excavator Exhibitions Exhibits Lifting Moving Museum Museums Power Shovel Steam Train Trains 1970 Navvy Soil
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our captivating Steam Navvy print from Memory Lane Prints' Media Storehouse collection. This vintage photograph, captured at Beamish Museum on 18th August 1970, showcases the raw power of the past with an intriguing Steam-powered Excavating Machine, also known as a Steam Navvy. Witness the engineering marvel that revolutionized construction sites, designed for lifting and moving heavy materials like rock and soil. Add this unique, nostalgic piece to your decor and transport yourself to a bygone era.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the 18th of August, 1970, at Beamish Museum in County Durham. Standing tall and proud is the Steam powered Excavating Machine, affectionately known as the Steam Navvy. This magnificent piece of machinery was specifically designed for lifting and moving heavy materials like rock and soil. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported to a time when steam power revolutionized industries such as construction. The Steam Navvy represents an early type of power shovel or excavator that played a crucial role in shaping our modern world. The museum setting adds another layer of intrigue to this photograph. Beamish Museum has long been renowned for its impressive displays showcasing various aspects of industry throughout history. This particular exhibit highlights the significance of steam-powered equipment in transforming traditional labor-intensive tasks into efficient operations. The sheer size and intricate details captured in this image remind us of the immense power harnessed by these machines during their heyday. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and innovation. Whether you're fascinated by trains or have an interest in industrial history, this print from NCJ Archive is sure to captivate your imagination with its depiction of one of mankind's earliest mechanical marvels – the powerful Steam Navvy at work.
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