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Ferrocarril Oeste - Once to Puerto Madero Freight Tunnel Commemorative Plaque
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1916 Ferrocarril Oeste - Once to Puerto Madero Freight Tunnel Commemorative Plaque.
This stunning commemorative bronze plaque, crafted in 1916, celebrates the construction of the Freight Tunnel between Once Station and Puerto Madero in Buenos Aires. The tunnel was a significant achievement by the Ferrocarril Oeste (Western Railway), designed to improve logistics and connect the city’s heart to its port.
Key Details:
Artist/Engraver: J. Gottuzzo
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 53 x 67 mm
Weight: 109 grams
Visual Description:
Central Design:
The plaque features an intricate relief:
A standing female figure, draped in classical attire, holds a laurel branch, symbolizing victory and achievement.
Opposite her, a seated male figure holds another laurel wreath, adding balance and elegance to the composition.
Between them, a train engine exiting a tunnel is depicted, representing the Once-Puerto Madero Tunnel, with the facade of a grand building in the background.
Text Inscription:
The lower section of the plaque is inscribed:
"Ferrocarril Oeste Buenos Aires / Tunel de Cargas entre la Estación Once y el Puerto Madero"
(Western Railway of Buenos Aires / Freight Tunnel between Once Station and Puerto Madero)
Ornamental Features:
Surrounding the central design are symbols of industry and transportation:
On the left, tools and industrial motifs, such as gears and a railway hammer.
At the bottom, a lion’s head with railway tracks and scroll-like decorations, symbolizing strength and progress.
Historical Significance:
This plaque commemorates the inauguration of the Once-Puerto Madero Freight Tunnel, an essential infrastructure project that improved freight transport efficiency between Buenos Aires' railway hub and its port. Completed in 1916, this tunnel stands as a milestone in Argentina's railway history and industrial development.
Condition: Pre - owned, minor signs of usage, minor oxidation marks, good condition overall.
Juan Gottuzzo: Argentina’s Master Medalist.
Juan Gottuzzo (1858–1924) was a renowned Argentine engraver and medalist celebrated for his intricate and historically significant works. Based in Buenos Aires, he crafted stunning medals commemorating Argentina’s milestones and key figures, leaving a lasting mark on the country’s numismatic heritage.
- Dimensions:Height: 2.64 in (6.7 cm)Width: 2.09 in (5.3 cm)Depth: 0.08 in (2 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:Argentina
- Period:1910-1919
- Date of Manufacture:1916
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Braintree, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2962343141712
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