U.S. Trains Through the Ages (Original)

U.S. Trains Through the Ages art by John S Smith

U.S. Trains Through the Ages (Original)


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Artist: John S Smith
Medium: Pen & Ink Wash on Board
Size: 10" x 18" (254mm x 457mm)
Date: 1977
Code: SmithJS3TrainsLL

This is the unique original Pen & Ink Wash by John S Smith.

Three stages in the evolution of American railway locomotives. The #999 of New York Central railroad, built 1893 hauling the Empire State Expree at 112 mph, then a land speed record. The Pennsylvania Railroad built a non-condensing turbine giant. The Chicago - New York Express is powered by electric traction.
  • Artist Biography
    John Stephen Smith (1921 - 2010; UK)
    John started drawing from an early age and he went to art school just prior to World War II when he was called up and joined the Royal Navy. He served on the Cruiser HMS Niagara on the Malta and Russian convoys. After the war he continued his art studies and career.

    His work has been commissioned by most shipping companies and railway companies and his art has been used by many leading publishers in the UK and USA.

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