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Canvas Print : V Shop, 1945
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V Shop, 1945
Rivetting a firebox
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 464461
© STEAM Picture Library 2007 - All Rights Reserved
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
In this print titled "V Shop, 1945 (Riveting a Firebox)" from the STEAM Museum of the GWR, we are transported back in time to witness a pivotal moment in industrial history. The image captures the skilled craftsmanship and dedication of workers at Swindon's V Shop as they meticulously rivet a firebox for a locomotive boiler. The scene is filled with an air of intensity and purpose. Each worker seems completely absorbed in their task, their hands deftly maneuvering heavy machinery while sparks fly around them. The sheer scale of the firebox looms large, emphasizing the magnitude of their work and highlighting its importance within the railway industry. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of Britain's rich engineering heritage during World War II. It symbolizes not only the resilience and determination displayed by these workers but also represents a crucial period when steam power played an integral role in transportation across the nation. Preserved through time, this print allows us to appreciate both the technical expertise required to construct such intricate machinery as well as providing insight into daily life at Swindon's V Shop during this era. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and serves as an inspiration for future generations fascinated by our industrial past.
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