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Skew Bridge, Great Western Railway Station, Bath c. 1840-70 (coloured lithograph on paper)
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Skew Bridge, Great Western Railway Station, Bath c. 1840-70 (coloured lithograph on paper)
7394202 Skew Bridge, Great Western Railway Station, Bath c.1840-70 (coloured lithograph on paper) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 20x28 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire, UK; (add.info.: By Unknown
View of steam locomotive crossing the Skew Railway Bridge over the Kennet and Avon Canal at Bath Spa Station. Printed & Published by J. Holloway, 10, Union Street, Bath.
Great Western Main Line); © Elton Collection, Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust
Media ID 32103978
© Elton Collection, Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust / Bridgeman Images
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This coloured lithograph on paper, titled "Skew Bridge, Great Western Railway Station, Bath c. 1840-70" captures a captivating moment in the history of transportation. The print showcases a view of a steam locomotive crossing the Skew Railway Bridge over the Kennet and Avon Canal at Bath Spa Station. Printed and published by J. Holloway in Union Street, Bath, this artwork offers a glimpse into the architectural marvels of the 19th century. The bridge itself is an impressive feat of engineering, with its skewed design allowing it to cross both the railway tracks and the canal seamlessly. The vibrant colours bring life to this historical scene, highlighting not only the beauty of the landscape but also showcasing how railways transformed public transport during this era. It serves as a reminder of how trains became an essential means of conveyance for passengers across Britain. Displayed at Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust in Telford, Shropshire, UK as part of their Elton Collection from Bridgeman Images; this print invites viewers to appreciate both its artistic value and its significance in British history. As we gaze upon this image today, we are transported back to a time when railways were revolutionizing travel and connecting people like never before. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and our constant pursuit of progress through innovation in transportation technology.
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