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Antique Framed Print : Be Sure to Visit Hastings, SR poster, 1937
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Be Sure to Visit Hastings, SR poster, 1937
Poster produced for Southern Railway (SR) to promote rail services to Hastings for the Grand Carnival Week, 28 August - 4 September 1937. Artwork by an unknown artist
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Media ID 10016325
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21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.3cm x 37.1cm (9.2" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
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 print takes us back to the vibrant and bustling atmosphere of Hastings in 1937. The poster, produced by Southern Railway (SR), serves as a delightful invitation to experience the enchantment of Grand Carnival Week, held from 28th August to 4th September that year. Crafted by an unknown artist, this artwork captures the essence of excitement and anticipation surrounding this highly anticipated event. The image transports us to a time when rail travel was at its peak, with Southern Railway proudly promoting their services as the ideal means of reaching Hastings for the festivities. The intricate details and vivid colors bring life to the poster, showcasing various attractions that awaited visitors during this grand occasion. As we gaze upon this historical treasure from National Railway Museum's Pictorial Collection, we can almost hear the joyful laughter echoing through crowded streets filled with merry-go-rounds and thrilling rides. It is a nostalgic reminder of simpler times when communities came together in celebration. Whether it be indulging in delectable carnival treats or marveling at dazzling parades, there is no doubt that Grand Carnival Week offered endless entertainment for all ages. This print not only preserves a moment frozen in time but also invites us to imagine ourselves amidst the jubilant crowds who flocked to Hastings during those unforgettable days in 1937.
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