Premium Framed Print : George Corbett, Brading Station, Isle of Wight
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George Corbett, Brading Station, Isle of Wight
Mr George Corbett, who was employed all his life on the Isle of Wight railway at Brading Station. At the time of this photograph he had the distinction of being the oldest stationmaster in the world
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Media ID 4418821
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Bembridge Brading Conditions Corbett Elderly Employed Employment Isle Master Oldest Proud Responsibility Signal Signals Signs Ventnor Wight Station Master
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to Brading Station on the Isle of Wight in Britain, circa 1910. The image features Mr. George Corbett, an esteemed figure in the community and the proud holder of a unique title - the oldest stationmaster in the world. Dressed in his formal stationmaster uniform, Mr. Corbett exudes a sense of authority and pride as he stands before the historic Brading Station sign. The weathered conditions of the sign, with its faded colors and worn edges, reflect the passage of time and the rich history of the railway. In his hands, Mr. Corbett holds a signal, a symbol of his responsibility to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the trains on this section of the line. The Isle of Wight Railway, a vital part of the transport infrastructure in the UK, connected various towns and villages on the island, including Brading and Ventnor. Mr. Corbett's long and dedicated employment history with the railway is evident in his weathered appearance and the deep lines etched on his face. The photograph offers a poignant reminder of the hardworking men and women who played a crucial role in the transportation revolution during the early 20th century. As we admire this image, we can't help but imagine the stories Mr. Corbett could tell about his life and experiences working on the railway. The photograph stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of the human condition and the rich history of transport in Britain.
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