Premium Framed Print : Los Angeles, California - New Union Station
Framed Photos From Mary Evans Picture Library
Los Angeles, California - New Union Station
Los Angeles, California - New Union Station Date: 1940
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14260554
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Angeles California Californian Railroad
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" 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 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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
New Union Station, Los Angeles, California (1940) - A Captivating Snapshot of Transportation History This evocative photograph captures the grandeur of Los Angeles' New Union Station in the early 1940s. Located in Downtown Los Angeles, this iconic transportation hub opened its doors in 1939, marking a significant milestone in the city's transportation history. The image showcases the impressive architecture of the Art Deco-style building, with its sweeping curves, intricate details, and the distinctive zigzag motif that was popular during the 1930s and 1940s. The station's large, arched windows allow ample natural light to filter in, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The photograph also reveals the bustling activity within the station. Passengers can be seen milling about, some waiting at the ticket counters, while others board trains or check their luggage. The scene is a testament to the importance of rail travel during the 1940s, an era when trains were the primary mode of long-distance transportation in the United States. The New Union Station was designed by architects John and Donald Parkinson to accommodate multiple transportation modes, including buses, trains, and taxis. This integration of various transport systems was a visionary approach that anticipated the changing needs of urban transportation. This photograph is a captivating snapshot of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the history of transportation in Los Angeles and the United States during the 1940s. It is a reminder of the role that transportation infrastructure plays in shaping our cities and connecting communities.
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