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Travelling Cars
4th February 1948: A record shipment of 500 British cars of various makes, at Victoria Dock, London, waiting to be loaded into the SS Port Jackson, bound for Sydney and Melbourne. (Photo by J. A. Hampton/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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J. A. Hampton
Travelling Cars
Media ID 9871365
Black And White British Culture Consumerproduct Dock England Finance Freight Transportation Large Group Of Objects London England Mode Of Transport Orig Sydney Tied Up Transportation Variation Waiting White Format 1940 1949 England Black Landscape Collection Record Transport Europe Victoria Dock
10"x8" Photo Print
Transport yourself back in time with Media Storehouse's exquisite photographic print of "Travelling Cars" by J. A. Hampton from the Australian Views collection. This captivating image captures the historic moment of a record shipment of 500 British cars, lined up at Victoria Dock in London, eagerly awaiting loading onto the SS Port Jackson for their journey to Sydney and Melbourne in 1948. Bring the past into your present with this stunning, high-quality print, perfect for adding character and intrigue to any room in your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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.
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Travelling Cars: A Glimpse into British Automotive History". This print captures a significant moment in British automotive history. Dated 4th February 1948, the image showcases a record-breaking shipment of 500 British cars at Victoria Dock in London, eagerly awaiting their voyage to Sydney and Melbourne aboard the SS Port Jackson. The photograph, taken by J. A. Hampton from the Topical Press Agency/Getty Images, offers a fascinating glimpse into an era when car manufacturing was flourishing in England. The variation of makes on display reflects the diversity of British automobile industry during that time. The scene is filled with anticipation as these vehicles are tied up, ready to embark on their long journey across oceans to reach Australian shores. With no people visible in the frame, attention is solely focused on this large group of objects - symbols of progress and mobility. This snapshot not only highlights transportation as a mode for connecting nations but also serves as a testament to Britain's cultural influence abroad. It stands as a reminder of how automobiles have played an integral role in shaping societies and economies worldwide. Preserved within this landscape collection, this print evokes nostalgia for an era gone by while celebrating the enduring legacy of these iconic cars. It serves as both a historical document and an artistic representation capturing the essence of travel, innovation, and consumerism during post-war England.
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