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Antique Framed Print : Taxi Rank at Paddington Station, 1934
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Taxi Rank at Paddington Station, 1934
This images shows the busy taxi rank at Paddington Station in 1934. Over 20 taxis are waiting along this stretch. By the 1930s most taxis were motor vehicles, but a lone horse drawn taxi can be seen in the centre
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 413777
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1930s 1934 London Motor Car Paddington Station Motor Vehicle Taxi Taxi Rank
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the 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 24.4cm x 18.5cm (9.6" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time with this photograph of Paddington Station's bustling taxi rank in 1934. The image showcases the vibrant energy of London's transportation hub, with over twenty taxis lined up along the curb. Most taxis during this era had transitioned to motor vehicles, yet this scene retains an intriguing anachronism as a horse-drawn taxi takes centre stage. The horse-drawn taxi, a relic of an earlier age, stands proudly amidst its motorized counterparts, its horse seemingly unfazed by the modernity surrounding it. The motor taxis, with their sleek designs and gleaming finishes, exude an air of sophistication and efficiency. The taxi rank at Paddington Station was a hive of activity, serving as a vital connection between the railway and the city, enabling seamless travel for thousands of passengers daily. This photograph, taken in 1934, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the evolution of transportation and the coexistence of old and new. The horse-drawn taxi, a symbol of tradition, and the motor taxis, emblems of progress, create a striking juxtaposition that encapsulates the spirit of the 1930s. The STEAM Museum of the GWR is proud to preserve and share this image, allowing us to appreciate the rich history of transportation in London and the role that Paddington Station played in shaping it.
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