Fine Art Print : Catching the Mails

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Catching the Mails

A moving train picks up a sack of mail as it passes through a station : the letters can then be sorted on the train

Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries

Media ID 603559

© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10126511

Catching Letters Mail Mails Moving Passes Picks Sack Sorted Trains

20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print

Experience the thrill of history with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints. This captivating image, titled "Catching the Mails" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the bustling era of train travel. Witness the moment as a moving train gracefully picks up a sack of mail, ready to deliver connections across the country. The intricate details of the scene, from the determined expressions of the mail sorters to the puffs of smoke billowing from the engine, make this print a stunning addition to any home or office. Bring the beauty of history into your space with our high-quality Fine Art Prints.

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.

Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.6cm x 50.8cm (14.4" x 20")

Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")

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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Mary Evans Picture Library captures a moment in history that is both fascinating and nostalgic. The image shows a moving train picking up a sack of mail as it passes through a station in 1909. In this era before advanced technology, the sorting of letters took place on the train itself, highlighting the efficiency and innovation of postal communications during that time. The scene depicted in this photograph is not only visually striking but also offers a glimpse into the past when trains played a crucial role in transporting mail across vast distances. The sight of workers catching the mails as they are picked up by the passing train adds an element of excitement to this snapshot from another era. As we look at this image, we can't help but marvel at how far we've come in terms of communication and transportation since 1909. It serves as a reminder of the importance of postal services throughout history and how they have evolved over time. Overall, this print is not just a beautiful piece of art but also a valuable historical document that sheds light on an essential aspect of our past. It's truly amazing to think about all the stories contained within those sorted letters traveling on trains across countries and continents.

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