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Opening of the Conway and Llanrwst Railway, the Vale of Llanrwst (engraving)
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Opening of the Conway and Llanrwst Railway, the Vale of Llanrwst (engraving)
1588426 Opening of the Conway and Llanrwst Railway, the Vale of Llanrwst (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the Conway and Llanrwst Railway, the Vale of Llanrwst. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 27 June 1863.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23073418
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This engraving, titled "Opening of the Conway and Llanrwst Railway, the Vale of Llanrwst" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Created by an English School artist in the 19th century, this print captures the excitement and grandeur surrounding the inauguration of this remarkable railway. The scene depicts a picturesque landscape in Wales, specifically the stunning Vale of Llanrwst. The intricate architecture of the railway station stands proudly amidst lush greenery and rolling hills. It is evident that this new mode of transportation has brought immense progress to this tranquil region. The opening ceremony itself seems to be a joyous occasion as people gather around to witness history being made. The Illustrated London News featured this illustration on June 27,1863, ensuring that readers across Britain could marvel at this engineering feat. As we gaze upon this engraving today, we are transported back in time to an era when railways were transforming societies and connecting distant places like never before. This artwork serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our endless pursuit of progress. Thanks to Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we can now appreciate not only the technical brilliance captured within this print but also its historical significance for both Wales and the development of rail transport during that period.
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