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Framed Print : Post Office Accelerator with passengers, Holborn, London, c1830
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Post Office Accelerator with passengers, Holborn, London, c1830
Post Office Accelerator with passengers, Holborn, London, c1830. A man is alighting from the rear
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Media ID 15172904
© London Metropolitan Archives (City of London) / Heritage-Images
Passenger Passengers Streetlighting Alight Alighting Horse Drawn Vehicle
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step into the past with our exquisite framed print from Media Storehouse's Heritage Images collection. This captivating image transports you back in time to the bustling streets of 19th century London. Witness the Post Office Accelerator, an iconic mode of transportation, as it comes to a stop at Holborn, with passengers eagerly alighting. Relive the history and charm of the era with this stunning, high-quality framed print. Perfect for adding a touch of timeless elegance to any room in your home or office.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. 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 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
Post Office Accelerator with Passengers, Holborn, London, c1830 - A Glimpse into 19th Century Transportation
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This lithograph from the 19th century takes us back in time to bustling Holborn, London. The scene showcases a remarkable mode of transportation known as the Post Office Accelerator, which was used for delivering mail and transporting passengers. In this particular moment frozen in history, we witness a man alighting from the rear of the vehicle. His figure stands out against the colorful backdrop of horse-drawn carriages and people going about their daily activities. The lithograph beautifully captures the energy and movement of a vibrant city during this era. The image also provides insights into various aspects of life at that time. Streetlighting illuminates the surroundings as darkness descends upon London's streets. Horses play a crucial role in pulling these vehicles forward while adding an element of grace and power to the scene. Although anonymous in nature, this print serves as an invaluable artifact preserved by Guildhall Library and Art Gallery in England. It allows us to appreciate not only advancements in road transport but also offers glimpses into how people traveled during this transformative period. As we delve deeper into our past through images like these, we gain a greater understanding and appreciation for how far we have come in terms of transportation technology and urban development.
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