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Rail Travel, c. 1850 (coloured engraving)
XIR180610 Rail Travel, c.1850 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French, out of copyright
Media ID 12746032
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning Rail Travel poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite coloured engraving, created by the French School in the 19th century, transports you to an era of romance and adventure on the rails. Originally housed in the Bibliotheque Nationale in Paris, France, this out-of-copyright artwork now graces your walls as a beautiful reminder of the rich history of rail travel. Add a touch of vintage charm to your home decor with this captivating piece from Media Storehouse.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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
This coloured engraving from the 19th century takes us back in time to the era of rail travel. The image showcases a bustling scene at a railway station, capturing the excitement and novelty surrounding this revolutionary mode of transportation. In the foreground, we see a magnificent steam engine pulling several carriages filled with eager passengers. The locomotive exudes power and elegance as it billows clouds of smoke into the air. A skilled driver stands proudly at its helm, ready to embark on another thrilling journey. The platform is abuzz with activity as travelers prepare for their adventure. Men and women clad in period attire eagerly board the train, clutching their luggage tightly. Some are seen bidding farewell to loved ones while others exchange animated conversations, sharing stories of previous trips or speculating about what lies ahead. The presence of a stagecoach nearby hints at an earlier era when horse-drawn carriages were still prevalent before being overshadowed by this new marvel of technology. This particular print captures a moment on the Paris to Nancy route, highlighting third-class accommodations available during that time period. It serves as a reminder that rail travel was not solely reserved for those who could afford luxury; it opened up opportunities for people from all walks of life to explore new horizons. As we gaze upon this historical masterpiece, we can't help but feel transported ourselves – imagining what it must have been like to experience such an exhilarating journey through time and space aboard one of these early trains.
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