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Canvas Print : A Railway Revolution, 1874. Artist: Joseph Swain
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A Railway Revolution, 1874. Artist: Joseph Swain
A Railway Revolution, 1874. A large lady seeks advice from the Railway guard at St Pancras. From Punch, or the London Charivari, October 10, 1874
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Media ID 14831281
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Advice Anger Angry Assistance Camden Class Dais Fury Guard Heritage Image Partnership John Tenniel Joseph Swain Passenger Passengers Platform Rage Railway Staff Railway Station Sir John Tenniel St Pancras Station Swain Tenniel Train Station Manchester Railway Midland Railway Company St Pancras Station
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Canvas Print of "A Railway Revolution, 1874" by John Tenniel. This iconic image, originally published in Punch magazine, captures the essence of the Victorian era with its depiction of a large lady seeking guidance from a railway guard at St. Pancras Station. John Tenniel's masterful use of line and detail brings Joseph Swain's artwork to life in stunning detail on our high-quality canvas. Add a touch of history and charm to your home decor with this beautiful and intriguing piece.
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.
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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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A Railway Revolution, 1874
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a captivating print that captures the essence of Victorian society and its relationship with the railway. In this artwork by Joseph Swain, we witness a scene at St Pancras Station where a large lady seeks advice from a railway guard. The image, originally published in Punch magazine on October 10,1874, showcases the intricate details of dress and uniform worn during that era. The cartoon-like illustration depicts an angry female passenger venting her frustration to the railway guard. The artist cleverly uses satire to highlight issues surrounding class distinctions and transportation politics prevalent in Britain at the time. With monochrome tones and black-and-white engraving techniques, Swain creates a visually striking piece that transports us back to the bustling atmosphere of London's train stations in the 19th century. This print not only serves as a historical document but also offers insight into societal attitudes towards women's roles and their interactions with male-dominated spaces like railways. It reminds us of how far we have come in terms of gender equality since then. As part of Heritage Images' collection, this artwork preserves an important moment in history when railways were transforming travel across England. It stands as a testament to Joseph Swain's artistic talent and his ability to capture both political commentary and everyday life through his illustrations.
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