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Metal Print : Conductor walks to the passenger station to wait for a suburban train to go home, 1943
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Conductor walks to the passenger station to wait for a suburban train to go home, 1943
January 1943 - Freight train operations on the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad between Chicago and Clinton, Iowa. The journey ends, the conductor walks to the little passenger station to wait for a suburban train to take him home to Chicago
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1940 1949 1943 Absence American Culture American History Archival Black And White Chicago Industry Iowa Journey Loneliness Nostalgia Passenger Rail Transport Rail Transportation Railcar Railroad Railroad Station Railroad Tracks Railroad Yard Railway Tracks Railways Rural Scene Snow Solitude Square Image Stairs Train Travel Unrecognizable Person Vintage Waiting Walking Winter Conductor
20"x24" (61x51cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring the evocative image "Conductor waits for Suburban Train, 1943" by Stocktrek Images. This vintage photograph captures a moment in railroad history as a conductor makes his way to the passenger station, waiting for the suburban train that will take him home. The black and white image, taken on the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad in January 1943, transports you back to a simpler time. Our high-quality Metal Prints are made using a state-of-the-art printing process that brings out the rich details and textures of the original image, making it a stunning addition to any home or office décor. Order yours today and let this timeless photograph tell a story of history and tradition.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 60.9cm (20" x 24")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 61.5cm (20.2" x 24.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph captured in January 1943, we are transported back in time to witness a poignant moment in American history. Against the backdrop of a snowy rural scene, a conductor from the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad makes his way towards a quaint passenger station. The image exudes nostalgia and evokes feelings of solitude and absence. As freight train operations between Chicago and Clinton, Iowa come to an end for the day, our unrecognizable protagonist patiently waits for a suburban train that will take him home to bustling Chicago. His journey has been long, but he walks with purpose along the railway tracks, surrounded by railcars symbolizing America's thriving industrial culture. The square-shaped archival print captures not only the physicality of transportation during this era but also hints at deeper themes such as loneliness and longing. The conductor stands alone on the stairs leading up to the passenger station, emphasizing his solitary presence amidst vast open spaces. This vintage photograph is more than just an image frozen in time; it represents an important chapter in American railroad history. It serves as a reminder of how travel was once slower-paced yet filled with anticipation and human connection. As we gaze upon this snapshot from 1943, we can't help but feel connected to both its subject matter and our own shared past.
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