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Canvas Print : The Double Janus Guard, for Clapham Junction, 1865. Artist: Charles Henry Bennett
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The Double Janus Guard, for Clapham Junction, 1865. Artist: Charles Henry Bennett
The Double Janus Guard, for Clapham Junction, 1865. A Double Janus, with four faces, stands guard at the new Clapham Junction, a complex arrangement of railway lines. All four faces will be needed if the trains are to be safely guided onto the right tracks. Janus in Roman mythology was the god of passageways and doorways. He is usually depicted as having two faces. From Punch, or the London Charivari, August 19, 1865
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Bennett Charles Henry Charles Henry Bennett Charles Herny Clapham Heritage Image Partnership Janus Railway Station Railway Track Station Train Station Wandsworth Clapham Junction Railway Signal
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Canvas Print of "The Double Janus Guard, for Clapham Junction, 1865" by Charles Henry Bennett. This captivating piece, sourced from Heritage Images, showcases the intriguing Double Janus Guard, a four-faced statue that once stood proudly at the new Clapham Junction railway station in London. The rich, textured canvas brings out the intricate details of Bennett's masterful brushstrokes, transporting you back in time. Add a touch of history and timeless charm to your home or office with this stunning art print.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Double Janus Guard, for Clapham Junction, 1865
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is a captivating print by Charles Henry Bennett that captures the intricate railway system of Clapham Junction in the 19th century. In this artwork, a Double Janus guard with four faces stands tall and vigilant at the bustling junction. The artist skillfully portrays the importance of these multiple faces as they are essential for safely guiding trains onto the correct tracks. The presence of Janus in this piece adds an intriguing mythological element to the scene. In Roman mythology, Janus was revered as the god of passageways and doorways, making him a fitting symbol for a railway station like Clapham Junction - a hub connecting various destinations. By depicting Janus with four faces instead of two, Bennett emphasizes how crucial it is to have all aspects covered when managing such complex transportation networks. This engraving from "Punch, or the London Charivari" not only showcases Bennett's artistic talent but also serves as a historical document capturing an important moment in London's transport history. It offers us a glimpse into what life was like during that era - where railways were rapidly expanding and becoming integral to daily life. As we admire this heritage image partnership print today, we can appreciate both its aesthetic appeal and its significance in preserving our understanding of transportation development in 19th-century England.
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