Donegall Avenue Steam Train

A mural depicting a historical scene with a steam locomotive on railway tracks, two women gathering wood, and a rural landscape.

Key Elements of the Mural:
Steam Train

A green locomotive with red passenger carriages on a railway track.
The nameplate on the locomotive is not entirely clear, but it appears to be a historical representation.
Two Women in Rural Attire

One woman is standing, holding a bundle of sticks, while the other is kneeling, gathering wood.
Their clothing suggests a historical time period, possibly the 19th or early 20th century.
This could represent a scene from rural Ireland where people gathered firewood for fuel.
Background Elements

A rural setting with open fields and a winding dirt path.
A small bird in the lower left corner, possibly a reference to the natural environment.
Factory buildings and a cityscape in the distance, suggesting an industrialized area beyond the countryside.
Artist’s Signature

The mural is signed "Michael Dorn", indicating the artist.
Possible Historical or Cultural Meaning:
The mural may depict the industrial expansion of the railway system in Ireland or the UK, symbolizing progress and change in rural communities.
The women collecting firewood could reference a time when coal or wood was a primary fuel source.
The contrast between the countryside and the industrial buildings may highlight urbanization and the impact of railways on traditional ways of life.