Night Train Collection

Steam locomotive, train, night, moon, clouds, [M], retouched vor Verwendung Rücksprache / Clearance required before use

The Flying Scotsman, famous locomotive No. 4472, leaving Kings Cross, 1935
The " Flying Scotsman", famous locomotive No. 4472, leaving the L.N.E.R.s London terminus at Kings Cross with a night express for the north, 1935

The Lourdes Pilgrimage, Arrival of Sufferers by the Night Train (engraving)
1039148 The Lourdes Pilgrimage, Arrival of Sufferers by the Night Train (engraving) by Lanos, Henri (1859-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lourdes Pilgrimage)

The Night Train leaving a Station (colour litho)
2811281 The Night Train leaving a Station (colour litho) by Robinson, Charles (1870-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Night Train leaving a Station)

Train at Night c. 1890
GG16137 Train at Night c.1890 by Walden, Lionel (1861-1933); Private Collection; Photo eGavin Graham Gallery, London, UK; American, out of copyright

Winter in Russia
1061418 Winter in Russia, the Road across the Ice between Cronstadt and Oranienbaum after the Arrival of the Night Train from St Petersburg (engraving) by English School

An Artists Notes on the Continent, V (engraving)
1049064 An Artists Notes on the Continent, V (engraving) by Corbould, Alfred Chantrey (1852-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Artists Notes on the Continent, V)

The Night Sleeper, 1920

Vestibule Dining Car on the Rio-Sao Paulo Night Express of the Central Railway of Brazil, 1914. From The Beautiful Rio De Janeiro by Alured Gray Bell. [William Heinemann, London, 1914]

Likes His Moneys Worth, 1872. The discomforts of the night trains are highlighted in this cartoon. Bunks were not provided in second class and passengers had to find their comfort where they might

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"The Night Train: A Journey Through Time and Tales" Step aboard the night train, a vessel of dreams and stories that have traversed generations. As we embark on this captivating journey, let us delve into the rich history and enchanting moments that have unfolded within its carriages. In 1935, amidst an era of elegance and grandeur, The Flying Scotsman bid farewell to Kings Cross station. Famous locomotive No. 4472 embarked on its nocturnal voyage, leaving behind a trail of awe-struck spectators in its wake. Across Europe's landscapes, the night train became a symbol of hope and solace. In an engraving depicting The Lourdes Pilgrimage, sufferers arrived by the night train seeking healing waters to soothe their ailments – a testament to the power of faith intertwined with rail travel. A vivid lithograph captures our attention as we witness The Night Train leaving a Station in all its glory. Its sleek silhouette against the darkened sky evokes mystery and anticipation for what lies ahead. Traveling back further in time to c. 1890 brings us face-to-face with Train at Night; an ethereal painting capturing moonlit tracks disappearing into infinity. It reminds us that even under cover of darkness, journeys continue unabated. Winter in Russia paints another picture entirely - icy roads connecting Cronstadt and Oranienbaum after the Arrival of the Night Train from St Petersburg are brought to life through intricate engravings. A frozen landscape illuminated only by passing trains creates an otherworldly scene straight out of a fairy tale. Venturing beyond borders is where An Artist's Notes on the Continent takes us next – discovering new cultures while basking in shared experiences aboard this nocturnal marvel becomes both enlightening and transformative. The allure extends beyond mere transportation; it encompasses luxury too. Enter The Night Sleeper from 1920 - plush compartments adorned with velvet drapes invite weary travelers into realms of comfort and tranquility, where dreams merge with reality.