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London Underground Opened 1863
Dignitaries taking a ride on the first train on the Metropolitan Railway, including William Gladstone and his wife (at the front of the carriage on the left). Date: 1863
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1863 Dignitaries Gladstone Including Metropolitan Opened Ride Taking Underground
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our London Underground Opened 1863 poster print from Media Storehouse. This vintage image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a historic moment as dignitaries including William Gladstone and his wife take the first ride on the Metropolitan Railway in 1863. Add a touch of nostalgia to your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed poster, showcasing an iconic moment in London's 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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This historic photograph captures a significant moment in the annals of transport history as dignitaries, including the esteemed British statesman, William E. Gladstone, and his wife, take the first ride on the newly opened Metropolitan Railway in London, on September 22, 1863. The Metropolitan Railway, the world's first underground railway, marked a major milestone in public transportation, revolutionizing the way people moved around the bustling city of London. The image shows the dignitaries seated in the front of the carriage on the left side, with Gladstone and his wife prominently featured. The Metropolitan Railway, which would later become part of the London Underground network, was a groundbreaking innovation that transformed urban mobility, reducing travel times and making the city more accessible to its growing population. The opening of the Metropolitan Railway was a grand occasion, attended by many notable figures of the time. This photograph provides a rare glimpse into the past, offering a fascinating insight into the early days of underground transportation in London and the excitement surrounding this new mode of travel. The Metropolitan Railway, which began operations with just a short stretch between Paddington and Farringdon, would eventually expand to become a vast network of underground lines that continues to serve millions of commuters and tourists every day. This photograph stands as a testament to the ingenuity and vision of those who made this remarkable achievement possible, and serves as a reminder of the transformative power of transportation in shaping the urban landscape and the lives of those who inhabit it.
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