Poster Print : Opening of Southern + Western Railway
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Opening of Southern + Western Railway
Mallow station - Great southern and western railway. Opening of the line to Mallow. Date: 1849
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Media ID 14261793
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the iconic image "Opening of Southern + Western Railway" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this poster transports you to 1849 with a bird's eye view of Mallow station during the grand opening of the Great Southern and Western Railway. Add historical charm to your home or office with this beautiful and authentic print. Order now and relive the excitement of railroad history.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the historic moment of the Opening of the Southern and Western Railway line to Mallow in the year 1849. The image, taken at Mallow Station, showcases the excitement and anticipation of the crowd gathered to witness this significant milestone in Irish transport history. The Southern and Western Railway Company, which operated in Ireland from 1846 to 1925, was a crucial part of the country's railway network expansion. This line extension from Cork to Mallow was a major achievement, connecting the southern and western parts of the country with the rest of the railway system. In the foreground of the photograph, a group of elegantly dressed men and women, some with parasols and top hats, eagerly await the arrival of the train. Behind them, the steam engine, adorned with ribbons and banners, proudly displays the Southern and Western Railway Company logo. The train, with its carriages filled with passengers, is making its way into the station, signaling the start of a new era of travel and connection. The station building, with its red-brick facade and tall chimneys, stands as a symbol of progress and modernization. The surrounding landscape, dotted with trees and green fields, adds to the picturesque setting. The open sky above, with a few wisps of clouds, completes the idyllic scene. This photograph is a testament to the transformative power of transportation and the impact it had on people's lives, bringing them closer together and facilitating the exploration of new opportunities. The Opening of the Southern and Western Railway line to Mallow in 1849 marked the beginning of a new chapter in the history of Irish transport, and this image serves as a reminder of the excitement and promise that came with it.
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