Fine Art Print : The Opening of the Colchester Electric Tramways
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The Opening of the Colchester Electric Tramways
The Opening of the Colchester Electric Tramways on 28th July, 1904 - View of the High Street with the Town Hall and the New Theatre. The card was sent on the day of opening. Date: 1904
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Media ID 14357385
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28th Colchester Double Decker Electric Oct15 Onlookers Open Top Opening Passengers Tramlines Trams Tramway Tramways Tram
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. This captivating image, "The Opening of the Colchester Electric Tramways" (1904), transports you to a bygone era. Witness the excitement of the town's residents as they gather to celebrate the inauguration of the electric tramways in Colchester's High Street. The Town Hall and the New Theatre, adorned with banners and decorations, add to the festive atmosphere. A perfect addition to any home or office, this high-quality print is a beautiful reminder of historical moments and the evolution of transportation. Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 34.3cm (21" x 13.5")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the excitement and innovation of Colchester's past as the town celebrated the opening of its new electric tramways on 28th July, 1904. The image, taken from the High Street, showcases the grandeur of the Town Hall and the New Theatre, both of which were popular landmarks in the Essex town. The double-decker, open-top tram, adorned with the banner "Colchester Electric Tramways," is prominently displayed in the foreground, surrounded by onlookers and passengers eager to experience the modern mode of transportation. The tramlines, freshly laid, stretch out towards the horizon, symbolizing the town's progress and commitment to modernization. The photograph was sent on the very day of the opening, making it a unique and valuable document of Colchester's history. This evocative image is a testament to the transformative power of technology and the enduring allure of a bygone era.
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