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40 x 50 Royal Quad "Building an Engine at Crewe Works," was created by the renowned British artist Norman Wilkinson (R.I.) around 1930. It was commissioned by the London Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS) as part of their "The Best Way" series (No. 84) to promote rail travel and highlight the company's industrial prowess.
Key Details of the Artwork
Subject: The interior of the Erecting Shop at the LMS Crewe Works in Cheshire. It depicts lines of steam locomotives under construction, surrounded by fitters, engineers, and boilermakers.
Composition: In the foreground, a blacksmith is shown heating a part in a brazier, while various locomotive components like cylinders and driving wheels are scattered throughout the shop floor.
Artist Background: Norman Wilkinson (1878–1971) was a famous marine and railway artist who is also credited with inventing dazzle camouflage used to protect ships during World War I.
Original Format: The original poster was a "quad royal" format, measuring 40 x 50 inches (1016 x 1270mm). |
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