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Opening of the Whitehaven and Furness Junction Railway - Furness Abbey, 1850. Creator: Unknown
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Opening of the Whitehaven and Furness Junction Railway - Furness Abbey, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Opening of the Whitehaven and Furness Junction Railway - Furness Abbey, 1850. The splendid ruins of Furness Abbey, so striking from their antiquity, beauty, and grandeur, are considered of themselves of sufficient interest to repay the trouble of a visit; and the opening of this line will, no doubt, ere long, render them as familiar as they are wonderful and imposing...the spectator finds his interest divided between the grandeur of the ruins and the surpassing beauty of the valley in which they stand. Their grandeur may be imagined, when we state that they occupy a space of more than sixty acres. The architecture is a mixture of Norman and early English'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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This photograph print, created in 1850, captures the momentous occasion of the opening of the Whitehaven and Furness Junction Railway at Furness Abbey. The ruins of the abbey, standing proudly against the backdrop of a lush valley, are the focal point of the image. The abbey, a magnificent blend of Norman and early English architecture, occupies over sixty acres and is renowned for its antiquity, beauty, and grandeur. The ruins have long been a source of fascination, drawing visitors from far and wide with their imposing presence. The print, published in the Illustrated London News, invites the viewer to imagine the grandeur of the ruins, which are further enhanced by the surrounding valley's surpassing beauty. The opening of the railway would undoubtedly make the abbey more accessible to tourists, making its wonder and imposing nature even more familiar. The ruins of Furness Abbey, located in Cumbria, England, are a testament to the Middle Ages and the rich history of Britain. This photograph print, with its intricate engraving, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to an era of mediaeval religion and architecture. The print's black and white tones add to the image's timeless quality, making it a valuable addition to any collection of historical or architectural photographs. The opening of the Whitehaven and Furness Junction Railway marked a significant milestone in transportation history, connecting Whitehaven and Furness, and this photograph print serves as a reminder of that important moment in history. The image's unknown creator has captured the essence of the abbey's grandeur and the excitement of the railway's opening, making it a must-have for historians, railway enthusiasts, and collectors alike.
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