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Item Description:
Up for sale is an intriguing vintage black and white 3" x 5.5" photograph capturing an early unidentified American 4-4-0 configuration steam locomotive. This highly detailed print features a classic early-generation train design highlighted by a prominent funnel style smoke stack, a decorative bell, detailed sand domes, and an extended front cowcatcher pilot. The scene is brought to life by a six-man railroad crew posing proudly across the engine: three workers are perched along the top edge of the wood or coal tender, one stands on the tender connection step, another is positioned along the cab running board, and a final crewman stands forward near the boiler front.
The reverse side of the print features a fascinating handwritten fountain pen inscription from a previous collector or archivist that reads: "Have never been able to identify this one."
Specifications:
- Railroad Line: Unidentified Early American Line
- Wheel Configuration: 4-4-0 American Type
- Crew Size: 6-Man Occupational Group Portrait
- Photo Size: 3" x 5.5" (Postcard / Pocket-Album Size)
- Format: Black & White Matte Print
- Condition: Good vintage condition with historic grainy texture and clear detail on the crew positioning. The edges show minor natural curling commensurate with age. The back is clean other than the handwritten research note. Please review the high-resolution images provided to inspect the exact physical condition.
A brilliant mystery piece for serious railroadiana sleuths, registry researchers, or collectors of early American occupational industrial photography. Packed securely in a rigid photo mailer to ensure safe transit.
