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Poster Print : The first Mail Coach, known as the Flying Machine on Steel Springs, 18th cent
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The first Mail Coach, known as the Flying Machine on Steel Springs, 18th cent
The mail coach began running between Sheffield and London in May 1760
Col. Athorpe was a prominent figure in Sheffield in his day, while the two figures in the background are Samuel Glanville, the landlord and his wife. The window was put in by Paul Roden, proprietor about 1899.
From an original at Sheffield Libraries: y00726
Sheffield City Archives and Local Studies Library has an unrivalled collection of images of Sheffield, England
Media ID 14040612
© Sheffield City Council
Sheffield Yorkshire Angel Hotel Mail Coaches
20x30 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Print featuring the first Mail Coach, affectionately named the "Flying Machine on Steel Springs," as it made history on the roads of Sheffield in the 18th century. This captivating image, sourced from Sheffield City Archives, showcases the Mail Coach in all its glory as it began its groundbreaking journey between Sheffield and London in May 1760. Bask in the era's authenticity as Col. Athorpe, a prominent figure in Sheffield's history, oversees the scene, accompanied by Samuel Glanville in the background. Elevate your home or office decor with this intriguing piece of historical artistry and relive the excitement of the mail coach's inception.
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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 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
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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The First Mail Coach - A Glimpse into the Past
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. This print takes us back to the 18th century, capturing a significant moment in history - the advent of the first mail coach known as the Flying Machine on Steel Springs. In May 1760, this remarkable mode of transportation began its journey between Sheffield and London, revolutionizing communication and connecting distant cities like never before. The focal point of this image is Colonel Athorpe, a prominent figure in Sheffield during his time. With an air of authority and pride, he stands beside the magnificent mail coach that symbolizes progress and innovation. Behind him stand Samuel Glanville, the landlord of Angel Hotel, along with his wife; their presence adds a touch of local charm to this historical scene. Noteworthy is also the beautiful window installed by Paul Roden around 1899. It serves as a reminder that even after centuries have passed since these events unfolded, people still value preserving our heritage for future generations to appreciate. This extraordinary photograph originates from Sheffield Libraries' archives (y00726), offering us a glimpse into an era long gone but not forgotten. Let it transport you back in time to witness how technology has evolved over centuries while reminding us all of our shared human history.
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