Antique Copper Relief Plaque - “No.1 Engine” & Bulmer’s Stone - 1909

Name: Antique Copper Relief Plaque - “No.1 Engine” & Bulmer’s Stone - 1909
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1182897
Price: 165 GBP
Availability: InStock

1900 - 1920

For Sale by Kingsdown Antiques

Description

Celebrate the dawn of railway innovation with this captivating vintage copper relief plaque, featuring a detailed depiction of the “No.1 Engine” (Stephenson’s Locomotion of 1825) and Bulmer’s Stone – a historic railway landmark. Housed in a richly patinated wooden frame, this decorative piece blends industrial history with mid-century craftsmanship, making it a striking wall accent for collectors and history lovers alike. Marked with Reg Number: 541742 for the year 1909.

This refers to Locomotion No.1, designed by George and Robert Stephenson. It was the first steam locomotive to haul a passenger train on the Stockton & Darlington Railway, which opened in 1825. This plaque commemorates events from nearly 200 years ago, celebrating the dawn of the steam railway age.

Measurements:

Height: 6 1/2" (approx. 16.5cm)

Width: 11 1/2" (approx. 29cm)

Depth: 7/8" (approx. 2cm)

Total weight: 643g

In good condition – Displays natural patina, minor surface marks – all consistent with age and adding to its authenticity.

Physical Dimensions

Height

16.5cm (6.50")

Width

29cm (11.42")

Depth

2cm (0.79")

Declaration

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Antique Copper Relief Plaque to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1182897

Dealers Internal Reference

P51937

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Description

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Housed in a richly patinated wooden frame, this decorative piece blends industrial history with mid-century craftsmanship, making it a striking wall accent for collectors and history lovers alike.

Kingsdown Antiques

Marked with Reg Number: 541742 for the year 1909.

fig 1. A rectangular copper relief plaque depicting an early steam locomotive and a large stone, mounted within a dark oak timber frame. — fig 1. Antique Copper Relief Plaque - “No.1 Engine” & Bulmer’s Stone - 1909

This refers to Locomotion No.1, designed by George and Robert Stephenson. It was the first steam locomotive to haul a passenger train on the Stockton & Darlington Railway, which opened in 1825. This plaque commemorates events from nearly 200 years ago, celebrating the dawn of the steam railway age.