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WW2 poster, British Rail catering information
WW2 poster, British Rail catering information, with a cartoon by Fougasse. Food was rationed for British Rail, as for everyone else, and Refreshment Baskets were discontinued.
circa 1940s
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Media ID 14360705
© Onslows Auctioneers / Mary Evans Picture Library
Catering Chef Chefs Edge Empty Fougasse Information Ration Rationed Rationing Rations Refreshment Refreshments Running Saucepan Supplies Supply Discontinued
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece showcases a vintage WW2 poster from the Mary Evans Picture Library, featuring a classic British Rail catering information design by Onslows Auctioneers and the renowned cartoonist Fougasse. Transporting you to the 1940s, this print highlights the unique charm of a bygone era. With rationing affecting every aspect of daily life, including British Rail catering, the Refreshment Baskets were temporarily discontinued. Add a touch of history and nostalgia to your home or office with this stunning Fine Art Print.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 33.3cm x 53.3cm (13.1" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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
During the tumultuous 1940s, as the Second World War raged on, everyday life in Britain was marked by rationing and resourcefulness. This evocative WW2 poster from the British Rail archive, featuring a cartoon by renowned satirical artist Fougasse, highlights the impact of food rationing on the railway catering industry. The image depicts a cheerful railway chef, his saucepan empty and hung on a red line at the edge of the border, symbolizing the discontinuation of Refreshment Baskets due to the scarcity of supplies. With a humorous touch, Fougasse's cartoon adds a note of levity to the challenging times, as the man in the foreground, with a determined look on his face, runs to catch the train, carrying a red saucepan instead of the usual basket. This poster serves as a poignant reminder of the austerity and resilience that characterized the British spirit during the war years.
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