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Canvas Print : Stratford-upon-Avon, BR poster, 1948-1965
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Stratford-upon-Avon, BR poster, 1948-1965
Poster produced for British Railways (BR) Western Region to promote rail travel to the Warwickshire town of Stratford-Upon-Avon, the birthplace of the playwright William Shakespeare (1564-1616). The poster shows a statue of Shakespeare, with a Tudor timber-framed house in the background. Artwork by an unknown artist. Dimensions: 1015 mm x 635 mm
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Media ID 10016422
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Canvas Print featuring the iconic "Stratford-upon-Avon, BR poster, 1948-1965" by NRM/Pictorial Collection. This vintage masterpiece, produced for British Railways (BR) Western Region, invites you to experience the allure of Stratford-Upon-Avon, the enchanting Warwickshire town famed for being the birthplace of the legendary playwright William Shakespeare. Bring this nostalgic piece of railway history into your home and let it tell the story of a bygone era. Order your Media Storehouse Canvas Print today and relive the magic of rail travel.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.1cm x 76.2cm (18.9" x 30")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the golden era of British Railways, specifically between 1948 and 1965. Produced by the Western Region of British Railways, this poster aimed to entice travelers to visit the picturesque town of Stratford-upon-Avon in Warwickshire. Known as the birthplace of one of history's greatest playwrights, William Shakespeare, this charming destination is beautifully depicted in this artwork. The focal point of the poster is a striking statue of Shakespeare himself, standing proudly against a backdrop that showcases a typical Tudor timber-framed house. The artist behind this masterpiece remains unknown but has managed to capture both the essence and allure of Stratford-upon-Avon perfectly. Measuring at an impressive 1015 mm x 635 mm, this print transports viewers into a world where rail travel was not only efficient but also filled with cultural significance. It serves as a reminder that during these years, British Railways played an integral role in promoting tourism across various regions. Preserved within the National Railway Museum's Pictorial Collection, this image evokes nostalgia for a time when exploring new destinations by train was an adventure in itself. It reminds us that beyond its commercial purpose lies artistry and historical value worth cherishing for generations to come.
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