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Departure platform, Victoria station, c. 1881-82 (oil on panel)
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Departure platform, Victoria station, c. 1881-82 (oil on panel)
PNH367130 Departure platform, Victoria station, c.1881-82 (oil on panel) by Tissot, James Jacques Joseph (1836-1902); 58.5x30.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo ePeter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22375726
© Peter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries, London / Bridgeman Images
Bustling Busy Dickensian Luggage Passenger Porter Steam Train Train Station Trolley Vehicle Departures
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Departure Platform, Victoria Station - A Glimpse into Victorian Travel
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. This print captures the bustling atmosphere of the departure platform at Victoria Station in the late 19th century. Painted by James Jacques Joseph Tissot, this oil on panel artwork provides a vivid snapshot of a bygone era. The scene is teeming with activity as passengers prepare for their journeys. Men and women, dressed in elegant Victorian attire, scurry about with luggage in hand. Porters navigate through the crowd, skillfully maneuvering trolleys laden with trunks and bags. The air is filled with anticipation and excitement as steam trains puff away in the background. Amidst all the commotion, one cannot help but be drawn to a group of female travelers waiting patiently for their train. Their presence adds a touch of grace amidst the hustle and bustle. In contrast, horse-drawn carriages stand nearby, ready to whisk passengers away upon arrival at their destination. Tissot's attention to detail brings this historical moment to life - from intricate architectural elements to meticulously rendered facial expressions - transporting us back to an era when rail travel was at its peak. This remarkable painting serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of transportation while also evoking nostalgia for simpler times when train stations were vibrant hubs of human connection and adventure.
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