A Collaborative Vision: Thomas Townshend Bury & John Harris and the Rise of Railway Art The mid-19th century was a period of unprecedented transformation in Britain, driven by the relentless expansion of the railway network. While celebrated engineers and industrialists often take center stage when recounting this era, it’s crucial to acknowledge the artists who visually documented – and actively promoted – this revolution. Among these figures stand Thomas Townshend Bury (1811-1882) and John Harris (1809-1894), a collaborative duo whose series of lithographs offered a compelling glimpse into…