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Rail Travel, c. 1850 (coloured engraving)
XIR180610 Rail Travel, c.1850 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French, out of copyright
Media ID 12746032
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the nostalgic charm of the past into your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This exquisite piece, "Rail Travel, c.1850 (coloured engraving)" from Fine Art Finder, showcases the beauty and elegance of rail travel in the 19th century. Captured in this coloured engraving by the French School, this print is a perfect addition to any room, evoking a sense of history and adventure. With our premium quality canvas and vibrant color reproduction, each print is a work of art in itself. Experience the timeless elegance of rail travel through this stunning piece from Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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
This coloured engraving from the 19th century takes us back in time to the era of rail travel. The image showcases a bustling scene at a railway station, capturing the excitement and novelty surrounding this revolutionary mode of transportation. In the foreground, we see a magnificent steam engine pulling several carriages filled with eager passengers. The locomotive exudes power and elegance as it billows clouds of smoke into the air. A skilled driver stands proudly at its helm, ready to embark on another thrilling journey. The platform is abuzz with activity as travelers prepare for their adventure. Men and women clad in period attire eagerly board the train, clutching their luggage tightly. Some are seen bidding farewell to loved ones while others exchange animated conversations, sharing stories of previous trips or speculating about what lies ahead. The presence of a stagecoach nearby hints at an earlier era when horse-drawn carriages were still prevalent before being overshadowed by this new marvel of technology. This particular print captures a moment on the Paris to Nancy route, highlighting third-class accommodations available during that time period. It serves as a reminder that rail travel was not solely reserved for those who could afford luxury; it opened up opportunities for people from all walks of life to explore new horizons. As we gaze upon this historical masterpiece, we can't help but feel transported ourselves – imagining what it must have been like to experience such an exhilarating journey through time and space aboard one of these early trains.
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