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Historic lot of five black-and-white photographic negatives depicting the famous London, Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS) steam locomotive No. 6100, "The Royal Scot," during its celebrated 1933 North American tour.
According to the accompanying handwritten identification envelope, these photographs were taken at South Station in Boston, Massachusetts.
This remarkable railroad photography collection features five different views of the British steam locomotive surrounded by spectators, railroad personnel, and visitors gathered to observe the unusual locomotive.
The negatives include several front three-quarter views showing the locomotive's distinctive circular smokebox, "The Royal Scot" identification, prominent headlamp, and British-style mechanical construction.
Additional photographs capture side views of the locomotive, including its large driving wheels, running gear, cab, and tender prominently lettered "L.M.S." with locomotive number 6100.
Historical Background:
In 1933, the London, Midland & Scottish Railway sent its famous Royal Scot locomotive and passenger train to North America as part of the Chicago Century of Progress World's Fair.
The locomotive subsequently traveled throughout the United States and Canada on an extensive promotional and exhibition tour.
The Royal Scot became a major attraction, drawing large crowds interested in seeing British railway engineering and passenger train design.
These photographs document the locomotive's visit to Boston's South Station, capturing both the historic equipment and spectators gathered around the train.
Item Details:
Railroad: London, Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS)
Locomotive: No. 6100, The Royal Scot
Wheel Arrangement: 4-6-0
Historical Event: 1933 North American Exhibition Tour
Location: South Station, Boston, Massachusetts (per envelope)
Quantity: 5 Photographic Negatives
Format: Black-and-White Photographic Negatives
Approximate Dimensions: 4.25" x 2.75" Each
Historical Image Date: Believed 1933
Negative Production Date: Unknown
Identification Envelope: Included
Original Photographer: Unknown
Photographic Subjects:
The five negatives feature multiple views of the Royal Scot steam locomotive, including detailed front and side perspectives, groups of spectators, railroad tracks, station structures, and the locomotive's distinctive British engineering features.
Several views prominently feature the "The Royal Scot" identification on the locomotive's front.
One photograph clearly displays the LMS tender lettering and locomotive number 6100.
Condition:
Vintage photographic negatives with age-related handling and storage wear.
The negatives display historical railroad images with good visible detail, including the locomotive's identification, construction features, surrounding spectators, and station environment.
Individual negatives may exhibit surface scratches, dust, spotting, and other imperfections associated with handling, storage, or photographic processing.
The exact age of the physical negatives and whether they are original camera negatives or subsequent photographic copies have not been independently determined.
The accompanying vintage-style storage envelope features handwritten identification reading "Royal Scot" and "South Station, Boston."
Please carefully examine all photographs for condition, image detail, and completeness.
Collector Interest:
An appealing historical collection for enthusiasts of British steam locomotives, London Midland & Scottish Railway history, Royal Scot No. 6100, Boston South Station, Massachusetts railroad history, the 1933 Chicago World's Fair, international railroad exhibitions, and vintage railway photography.
The collection offers five related photographic views documenting an unusual and historically significant British locomotive appearance in the United States.
This listing includes all five physical 4.25" x 2.75" photographic negatives and the accompanying handwritten identification envelope. Digitally converted positive images are provided for viewing purposes only.
All five negatives are being sold together as one collection.
Sold as pictured.
