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Metro - Palais Royal
A train at Palais Royal station in the heart of Paris. The coaches are made of varnished wood, highly flammable - leading to serious accidents in years to come
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Media ID 606925
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Accidents Coaches Flammable Heart Highly Leading Metro Palais Varnished Years Made
14"x11" Photo Print
Transport yourself to the heart of Paris with our stunning Metro - Palais Royal photographic print from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, available through Media Storehouse's extensive collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the bustling Palais Royal station. Witness the vintage charm of the metro trains with their varnished wood coaches, adding an authentic touch to this iconic scene. A must-have for any Paris enthusiast or transportation history buff, this print is sure to bring a touch of European elegance and nostalgia to your home or office.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 26.3cm (14" x 10.4")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time with this evocative image of a Metro train at Palais Royal station in the heart of Paris, as captured by an unknown photographer in the early 1900s. The Metro system, inaugurated in 1900, was a revolutionary means of transport for the city, providing quick and efficient access to its many attractions. In this photograph, we see a train made of varnished wood coaches, a common feature of early Metro trains. The use of wood was a practical choice at the time, as it was a readily available and relatively inexpensive material. However, it would soon prove to be a dangerous one. The highly flammable nature of the varnished wood led to several serious accidents throughout the years, causing damage to both property and lives. Despite these risks, the Metro continued to be a vital part of Parisian life, carrying millions of passengers each day. The Palais Royal station, with its elegant Art Nouveau decor and ornate signage, is a testament to the grandeur and sophistication of the Belle Époque era. Today, the Metro remains an integral part of Paris's transport network, carrying millions of passengers every day, but with modern safety measures in place to prevent the accidents of the past. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the history of the Metro and the early days of urban transport in Paris. It serves as a reminder of the importance of innovation and progress, as well as the need to learn from the past and apply those lessons to the present.
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