Victorian Railways The Spirit of Progress Advertisement Poster 1937
An exquisite vintage presentation heralding “State Express Ready Rubbed Product” proudly highlights the iconic locomotive, The Spirit of Progress S 302, Edward Henty, adorned in its renowned blue and gold livery.
Regarded as the pinnacle of Victorian Railways' passenger locomotives, these 3-cylinder steam engines were groundbreaking for their time. This select group was specifically crafted to operate the Melbourne to Albury passenger route, maintaining an unwavering presence on the North East line throughout their service. The distinctive color palette and streamlined design drew inspiration from the famed American locomotive, the Baltimore & Ohio's "The Royal Blue." Initially non-streamlined, these engines were transformed in 1937, aligning seamlessly with the novel "Spirit of Progress" carriages. The S-class locomotives dutifully served the "Spirit" until 1952, when they yielded to the newly arrived B class diesel locomotives. Beginning in February 1951, these locomotives were adapted to burn oil. Tragically, following their retirement, all the S-class locomotives met an abrupt fate and were swiftly dismantled.
Kindly take note: this artwork features a vintage halftone dot print pattern throughout, as it authentically reflects the original printed design without losing quality.
An exquisite vintage presentation heralding “State Express Ready Rubbed Product” proudly highlights the iconic locomotive, The Spirit of Progress S 302, Edward Henty, adorned in its renowned blue and gold livery.
Regarded as the pinnacle of Victorian Railways' passenger locomotives, these 3-cylinder steam engines were groundbreaking for their time. This select group was specifically crafted to operate the Melbourne to Albury passenger route, maintaining an unwavering presence on the North East line throughout their service. The distinctive color palette and streamlined design drew inspiration from the famed American locomotive, the Baltimore & Ohio's "The Royal Blue." Initially non-streamlined, these engines were transformed in 1937, aligning seamlessly with the novel "Spirit of Progress" carriages. The S-class locomotives dutifully served the "Spirit" until 1952, when they yielded to the newly arrived B class diesel locomotives. Beginning in February 1951, these locomotives were adapted to burn oil. Tragically, following their retirement, all the S-class locomotives met an abrupt fate and were swiftly dismantled.
Kindly take note: this artwork features a vintage halftone dot print pattern throughout, as it authentically reflects the original printed design without losing quality.
An exquisite vintage presentation heralding “State Express Ready Rubbed Product” proudly highlights the iconic locomotive, The Spirit of Progress S 302, Edward Henty, adorned in its renowned blue and gold livery.
Regarded as the pinnacle of Victorian Railways' passenger locomotives, these 3-cylinder steam engines were groundbreaking for their time. This select group was specifically crafted to operate the Melbourne to Albury passenger route, maintaining an unwavering presence on the North East line throughout their service. The distinctive color palette and streamlined design drew inspiration from the famed American locomotive, the Baltimore & Ohio's "The Royal Blue." Initially non-streamlined, these engines were transformed in 1937, aligning seamlessly with the novel "Spirit of Progress" carriages. The S-class locomotives dutifully served the "Spirit" until 1952, when they yielded to the newly arrived B class diesel locomotives. Beginning in February 1951, these locomotives were adapted to burn oil. Tragically, following their retirement, all the S-class locomotives met an abrupt fate and were swiftly dismantled.
Kindly take note: this artwork features a vintage halftone dot print pattern throughout, as it authentically reflects the original printed design without losing quality.