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Original Artwork - Railway porter with laden trolley
Original Artwork - Collage design for a stationery company to promote their Varnished Leather paper - a railway porter struggling to wheel a large amount of luggage on a trolley. Date: circa 1937
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Bags Cases Chick Collage Cumbersome Heavy Iris Laden Leather Luggage Manual Porter Stationery Struggle Struggling Trolley Varnished Wheels
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 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" 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.
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This original artwork, titled "Railway Porter with Laden Trolley," dates back to circa 1937 and is a stunning collage design. The image transports us back in time to the bustling railway stations of the 1930s. The central figure is a dedicated railway porter, dressed in his iconic uniform, who is putting in a hard day's work. He is seen struggling to wheel a cumbersome trolley laden with an impressive array of luggage, including iris-patterned trunks, chick-embossed suitcases, and various MSB bags. The porter's determined expression and the laborious effort he puts into maneuvering the trolley through the station convey the manual nature of the work during this era. The collage design adds an intriguing texture to the artwork, with various paper types and patterns creating depth and visual interest. The railway scene is brought to life with the inclusion of rail tracks, station signage, and the distant sound of a train whistle in the background. This evocative artwork beautifully captures the essence of the 1930s and the tireless work of railway porters, making it a must-have for any vintage or railway-themed collection.
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