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First class passengers going home for Christmas 1859
Crowded first class passengers on their way home for Christmas. Date: 1859
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Media ID 20160297
© Bubblepunk
1850s 1859 Busy Crowded Excursion Passengers Return Returning Travelling
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the magic of the holiday season in Victorian England with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints. This captivating image, titled "First class passengers going home for Christmas. Date: 1859," from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a crowded scene of elegantly dressed passengers aboard a train, their faces filled with anticipation and joy as they make their way home for the festive season. Transport yourself back in time and add a touch of history and charm to your home or office decor with this stunning, high-quality print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 37cm (20" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
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A Crowded Scene of First Class Passengers Returning Home for Christmas, 1859
EDITORS COMMENTS
As the holiday season approached in Victorian Britain, the excitement in the air was palpable. The festive spirit was not confined to the streets and homes, but extended to the railways as well. This evocative photograph captures the bustling scene of first class passengers making their way home for Christmas in 1859. The image is a testament to the growing popularity of rail travel during this era, with the railway network providing a vital connection between cities and rural communities. The photograph shows a crowded platform, filled with men and women, all dressed in their finest attire, eagerly awaiting the arrival of their train. The women, many of them carrying parcels and suitcases, are dressed in elegant Victorian gowns and bonnets, while the men don top hats and frock coats. The atmosphere is lively and festive, with the holiday spirit evident in the smiles and animated conversations among the passengers. The train, which can be seen in the background, is a symbol of progress and modernity. The steam engine, with its billowing smoke, represents the power and efficiency of the railway system, which had revolutionized travel and made it possible for people to visit their loved ones during the holiday season. Despite the crowded conditions, there is a sense of community and camaraderie among the passengers. They are united in their shared experience of returning home for Christmas, a tradition that continues to this day. The photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the lives of Victorian-era travelers and the importance of family and community during the holiday season.
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