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Framed Print : A Hitch, 1874. Artist: Charles Samuel Keene
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A Hitch, 1874. Artist: Charles Samuel Keene
A Hitch, 1874. The traffic manager receives with annoyance the station masters report. There was growing disquiet at the number of accidents that happened each year on Britains railway network. Many of these were blamed on inadequate investment in signalling and other necessities. Instead, the directors were pocketing fat profits. Meanwhile, accidents continued to be an everyday occurrence. From Punch, or the London Charivari, January 10, 1874
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Media ID 14831241
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Charles Samuel Charles Samuel Keene Desk Heritage Image Partnership Keene Negligence Office Railway Staff Report Sideboards Sideburns Top Hat Station Master Wastepaper Basket
18"x14" Modern Frame
Step into the past with our exquisite framed print of "A Hitch, 1874" by Charles Samuel Keene, from Heritage Images. This captivating artwork transports you back in time to the Victorian era, depicting a scene of a traffic manager's frustration as he receives an unwelcome report of yet another railway accident. The intricate details and rich colors bring this historical moment to life, making it a stunning addition to any home or office decor. Experience the charm of the past with our high-quality framed print.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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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In this print titled "A Hitch, 1874" artist Charles Samuel Keene sheds light on the growing disquiet surrounding Britain's railway network in the late 19th century. The image depicts a scene at an office desk where the traffic manager receives an annoying report from the station master. With a hat perched atop his head and sideburns framing his face, the Victorian-era traffic manager exudes authority and frustration. The cartoon-like illustration serves as a satirical commentary on the negligence of railway directors who prioritized their own profits over investing in essential safety measures such as signaling. As accidents continued to plague the railways, they became an everyday occurrence that caused concern among both passengers and staff. Keene's monochrome engraving captures not only the seriousness of this issue but also provides insight into transportation during that era. The cluttered desk with its wastepaper basket and sideboards filled with documents symbolizes a chaotic work environment plagued by inadequate management. This heritage image partnership print offers viewers a glimpse into history, reminding us of past mistakes while highlighting how far we have come in terms of transportation safety regulations. It serves as a powerful reminder that negligence can have dire consequences even in seemingly mundane occupations like managing train traffic.
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