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Fine Art Print : Christmas card celebrating the record run of the Cheltenham Flyer, 1932
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Christmas card celebrating the record run of the Cheltenham Flyer, 1932
This card, sent for Christmas 1932, celebrates the Worlds Fastest Train. On 12th September 1932 a GWR train hauled by locomotive Montgomery Castle broke the speed record. The train was known as the Cheltenham Flyer
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 18214761
Castle Cheltenham Christmas Card Flyer Montgomery
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the golden age of rail travel with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This beautiful Christmas card design celebrates the record-breaking Cheltenham Flyer of 1932, a testament to the power and elegance of steam engineering. Sent as a Christmas greeting in 1932, this card commemorates the World's Fastest Train, which on 12th September of that year, set a new speed record with locomotive Montgomery Castle at the helm. Add a touch of nostalgia and history to your home or office with this stunning piece of railroad art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Step back in time with this vintage Christmas card, a true testament to the golden age of rail travel. Sent for Christmas 1932, this exquisite print captures the excitement and pride surrounding the record-breaking run of the Cheltenham Flyer. On that historic day, 12th September 1932, a magnificent GWR train powered by the mighty locomotive Montgomery Castle shattered all speed barriers. The Cheltenham Flyer became synonymous with elegance and efficiency as it whisked passengers between London Paddington and Cheltenham Spa at unprecedented speeds. This iconic train was hailed as the World's Fastest Train, an accolade celebrated on this charming holiday card. Adorned with festive decorations and intricate illustrations depicting scenes from its illustrious journey, this card transports us to a time when steam trains ruled supreme. The image showcases Montgomery Castle in all its glory, pulling carriages adorned with wreaths and holly. As we admire this piece of history preserved within STEAM Museum of GWR's collection, let us remember not only the technological marvels achieved but also the joyous spirit that accompanied these advancements during Christmastime. May this cherished memento serve as a reminder of our enduring fascination with innovation and our appreciation for those who made it possible.
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