Metal Print : District Railway line - London Underground - A sudden stop
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District Railway line - London Underground - A sudden stop
District Railway line - London Underground - A sudden stop! (see: 10176658) Date: circa 1910
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Media ID 14402006
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Bumping Falling Feet Hang Hanging Hangs Lifted Stop Stopped Strap Straps Sudden Suddenly Surprised Tube Underground
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the historic allure of the London Underground's District Railway line into your home with our stunning Media Storehouse Metal Prints. Featuring an iconic image of a sudden stop on the District Railway line, circa 1910, this rights-managed photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you back in time. Each Metal Print is meticulously crafted with a vibrant, long-lasting image transferred directly onto a high-quality aluminum sheet, ensuring a sleek and modern look. Add a touch of vintage charm to your living space and relive the nostalgia of London's rich transportation history with this unique and captivating piece.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph from circa 1910, the District Railway line in London Underground comes to an abrupt halt, leaving passengers momentarily surprised and jolted. The sudden stop has lifted the feet of some passengers off the floor, their expressions displaying a mixture of surprise and apprehension. Others, quick to react, have grasped the overhead straps, hanging on for dear life as the train car comes to a complete standstill. The sudden jolt and bumping against one another have created a palpable sense of tension in the confined space of the train car. The District Railway line, a precursor to the modern London Underground system, was the world's first underground electric railway, opening in 1868. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, when travel on the tube was a more rudimentary experience than it is today. The absence of modern conveniences such as air conditioning and comfortable seating makes the passengers' reactions to the sudden stop all the more understandable. Despite the unexpected interruption in their journey, the passengers remain relatively calm, a testament to their resilience and adaptability. The image captures a moment of collective unease, yet also one of solidarity, as they all hang on, waiting for the train to start moving once again. This photograph is a fascinating reminder of the early days of the London Underground and the unique challenges and experiences that came with traveling on the tube over a century ago.
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