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Offered for sale is a vintage black-and-white photographic negative depicting Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR) steam locomotive No. 1114, identified on its accompanying collector's envelope as Class F-6, photographed at Trenton, New Jersey, on November 18, 1945.
This attractive three-quarter side view captures the steam locomotive and tender with excellent mechanical details, including the driving wheels, connecting rods, boiler piping, smokebox, headlight, cab, and prominent PENNSYLVANIA lettering on the tender.
Additional railroad equipment is visible in the background, adding interest to this historical steam-era scene.
Historical Background:
The Pennsylvania Railroad employed numerous classes of steam locomotives throughout its extensive system. Its Class F designation was associated with 2-6-0 Mogul-type locomotives.
The accompanying envelope identifies this locomotive as No. 1114, Class F-6, photographed in Trenton, New Jersey, shortly after the conclusion of World War II.
The specific class identification is taken from the collector's envelope and has not been independently verified against a locomotive roster.
Vintage Collector's Envelope Included:
The negative is accompanied by an older paper photographic storage envelope bearing printed and typewritten historical identification.
The envelope identifies:
Additional handwritten notations include "FC" and "5x7," possibly referring to photographic filing information or print dimensions.
The envelope provides valuable historical documentation and adds to the collectible appeal of the negative.
Negative Details:
Railroad: Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR)
Locomotive Number: 1114
Class: F-6, per collector's envelope
Type: Steam locomotive
Scene Date: November 18, 1945
Location: Trenton, New Jersey
Negative Dimensions: Approximately 3" x 4"
Format: Black-and-white photographic negative
Includes: Vintage annotated collector's envelope
Condition and Age:
The negative appears to retain good photographic detail and contrast, with possible age-related handling marks, dust, light scratches, and other minor surface imperfections. Slight smell due to age.
Some discoloration or staining appears along portions of the negative's border.
The accompanying collector's envelope exhibits age-related toning, light discoloration, handwritten notations, and general storage wear.
Although the scene is specifically dated November 18, 1945, the actual production date and photographic generation of this negative have not been established. It may be a period camera negative or an older copy negative produced from an earlier photograph.
The accompanying envelope supports the historical identification but does not independently establish the negative as a camera original.
The positive image shown in the listing is provided to illustrate the photographic subject. The actual photographic negative is the item offered for sale.
Please examine all photographs carefully for condition and additional details.
Collector Interest:
An appealing historical railroad collectible for enthusiasts of Pennsylvania Railroad history, PRR steam locomotives, Mogul-type engines, Trenton railroad operations, and vintage railroad photographic negatives.
The detailed locomotive view, documented 1945 scene, and accompanying collector's envelope make this an attractive addition to a specialized railroad collection.
You will receive the actual approximately 3" x 4" photographic negative and accompanying vintage collector's envelope pictured.
Both will be carefully packaged for shipment.
