A rare and poignant piece of Irish railway history, the photograph shows a train departing from Mallow, a small town in County Cork, on the year 1964. It is an image that evokes a sense of nostalgia and longing for a bygone era.
This vintage casserley photograph measures 6 inches by 8 inches and features a steam locomotive chugging out of Mallow railway station. The train is adorned with the distinctive letter "I" on its side, while the locomotive's headlamp casts an eerie glow over the scene.
The image was taken by Irish photographer John O' Connell, who captured many photographs of trains in Ireland during a career spanning decades. This particular photograph is one of his most iconic and sought-after pieces, prized by railway enthusiasts and collectors alike for its unique perspective on Ireland's rich railway heritage.
A truly unique piece of photographic art, this casserley Irish railway photograph offers a glimpse into the country's industrial past and the lives of those who traveled on its tracks.
