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The Knifeboard Bus, 1900, (1933). Creator: A Moull
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The Knifeboard Bus, 1900, (1933). Creator: A Moull
The Knifeboard Bus, 1900, (1933). Passengers on a London open-top horse-drawn bus, so-called because the seat on the top along which the passengers sat back to back...similar to the boards on which the domestic servants of the day had to clean, polish, and sharpen the cutlery of their masters tables. From " The Pageant of the Century". [Odhams Press Ltd, 1933]
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The Knifeboard Bus, 1900, (1933) captures a nostalgic glimpse into the bustling streets of London in the early 20th century. In this print by A Moull, we see passengers on an open-top horse-drawn bus known as the 'Knifeboard Bus'. The name derives from the seats on top of the bus where passengers sat back to back, resembling the boards used by domestic servants to clean and sharpen cutlery. The image showcases a snapshot of daily life in Britain during this era. Men dressed in their finest attire donning bowler hats can be seen boarding or alighting from the double-decker vehicle. The horses that pull this charming mode of transportation stand patiently as people go about their business. This advertisement for 'The Pageant of the Century' published by Odhams Press Ltd in 1933 evokes a sense of nostalgia for an age gone by. It reminds us of simpler times when public transport was more leisurely and elegant compared to today's fast-paced world. A Moull's skillful composition brings out both the charm and grandeur of Victorian-era London. This photograph is not just a historical document but also a testament to human ingenuity and adaptability as they embraced new modes of transportation while still holding onto traditional elements. As we gaze upon this scene frozen in time, it serves as a reminder that our past shapes our present and inspires us to appreciate how far we have come.
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