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Poster Print : Passengers using Shillibeers omnibus, London, 1829
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Passengers using Shillibeers omnibus, London, 1829
View of passengers using Shillibeers omnibus, London, 1829. The omnibus ran from Paddington to Bank
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 15172916
© London Metropolitan Archives (City of London) / Heritage-Images
Coachman Footman Omnibus Passenger Passengers Horse Drawn Vehicle
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Heritage Images, transports you to the bustling streets of London in 1829. Witness the excitement as passengers board Shillibeers' omnibus, the first successful mass-transit system in the city, making their way from Paddington to Bank. Add an air of historical charm to your home or office with this authentically reproduced poster print, a perfect conversation starter and a delightful reminder of London's rich transportation history.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. 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.
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.
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Passengers Embrace the Modernity of Shillibeers Omnibus, London, 1829
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this lithograph from 19th century London, we are transported back in time to witness the bustling streets and innovative transportation of the era. The image showcases a vibrant scene of passengers utilizing Shillibeers omnibus, a revolutionary mode of transport that connected Paddington to Bank. The vivid colors and decorative details bring to life the excitement and novelty surrounding this horse-drawn vehicle. As we observe closely, we see people from all walks of life eagerly boarding the omnibus - men in top hats and women adorned in elegant dresses. The coachman skillfully handles the reins while a footman assists with loading luggage onto the roof. This lithograph not only captures a moment frozen in time but also reflects an important shift in society's relationship with travel and mobility. It highlights how road transport was evolving as an essential part of daily life for both work and leisure purposes. As anonymous figures engage with this new form of transportation, it becomes clear that professions such as driver or footman were emerging alongside these advancements. This print serves as a testament to their crucial roles within this ever-changing landscape. Preserved by Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, this historical artifact reminds us of our ancestors' eagerness for progress while offering us a glimpse into their world filled with anticipation for what lay ahead on their journey through bustling London streets.
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