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Canvas Print : Post Office railcar number 47777 on the East Coast Main Line at York, by Chris Hogg, July 1994
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Post Office railcar number 47777 on the East Coast Main Line at York, by Chris Hogg, July 1994
Post Office railcar number 47777 on the East Coast Main Line at York, by Chris Hogg, July 1994. This locomotive has been restored. Post Office trains had been used since the coming of the railways. The letters were often sorted in the train and dropped off at their destination. However, Post Office trains were withdrawn on 10 January 2004, due to a decline in the numbers of services required
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21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our captivating Canvas Print of Post Office railcar number 47777, beautifully captured by Chris Hogg in July 1994 at York on the East Coast Main Line. This iconic image showcases the classic Post Office train in its element, providing a nostalgic glimpse into railway history. Each Canvas Print from Media Storehouse is meticulously printed using premium inks and materials, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail. Bring this piece of history into your home and relive the romance of rail travel. Restored locomotive, Post Office trains have been an integral part of the railway system since their inception.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 53.3cm x 35.6cm (21" 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 print by Chris Hogg captures the iconic Post Office railcar number 47777 on the East Coast Main Line at York in July 1994. The locomotive, which has been beautifully restored, stands as a testament to the crucial role played by Post Office trains since the inception of railways. For decades, these trains served as mobile sorting offices, efficiently processing letters and parcels while en route to their destinations. This unique system allowed for swift delivery and ensured that communities across the country remained connected through reliable postal services. However, with changing times and evolving technologies, the demand for Post Office trains gradually declined. On 10th January 2004, this historic chapter came to an end as these distinctive trains were withdrawn from service. The image showcases not only a remarkable piece of rolling stock but also serves as a reminder of how transportation methods have transformed over time. It is a snapshot frozen in time; a nostalgic glimpse into an era when mail was sorted amidst the rhythmic clatter of wheels on tracks. Preserved within this photograph lies both nostalgia and progress - symbols of our ever-changing world. As we admire this restored locomotive against its picturesque backdrop at York's East Coast Main Line, let us reflect upon the invaluable contributions made by Post Office trains throughout history.
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