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The Tunnel, 1831. Artist: Henry Pyall
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The Tunnel, 1831. Artist: Henry Pyall
The Tunnel, 1831. The worlds first passenger railway, the Liverpool and Manchester opened on 15 September 1830. Its principal engineer was George Stephenson (1781-1848). From Coloured Views on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway, by TT Bury
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Bury Civil Engineering Engineering Gas Lighting George Stephenson Henry Henry Pyall Industrial Revolution Liverpool Manchester Railway Oxford Science Archive Pyall Railway Tunnel Stephenson T T Bury Thomas Talbot Thomas Talbot Bury Tt Bury Tunnel Underground Aquatint
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This print showcases "The Tunnel" from 1831, a significant milestone in the history of transportation and engineering. Created by renowned artist Henry Pyall, this artwork immortalizes the world's first passenger railway, the Liverpool and Manchester Railway, which opened on September 15th, 1830. The principal engineer behind this groundbreaking project was George Stephenson, a visionary figure who revolutionized rail travel. In this vibrant image, we are transported back to the heart of the Industrial Revolution in England. The tunnel itself represents an extraordinary feat of civil engineering as it delves underground with precision and ingenuity. Gas lighting illuminates its path, providing a glimpse into technological advancements of that time. Amidst the tunnel's grandeur lies a bustling scene filled with people eagerly exploring this new mode of transport. Their presence adds depth to our understanding of how railways transformed not only transportation but also society as a whole during the 19th century. Through vivid colors and meticulous detail captured through aquatint techniques, Henry Pyall masterfully brings to life an important moment in British history. This print serves as both a testament to human innovation and an invitation for us to reflect on how far we have come since then.
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