Fine Art Print : Platform at a railway station. Late 19th century
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Platform at a railway station. Late 19th century
Platform at a railway station. Late 19th century. Drawing by Marchetti. Colored
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Media ID 14318697
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Bourgeois Goodbye Journey Laborer Luggage Parting Platform Porter Pull Traveler Trolley Truck Worker Pushcart
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating late 19th century drawing by Marchetti, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to a bustling railway station of yesteryear. Witness the hustle and bustle of passengers and porters as they go about their daily routines. Add a touch of history and charm to your home or office with this beautifully colored and intricately detailed print. Perfect for railroad enthusiasts, art collectors, or anyone who appreciates the elegance of the past. Rights managed through Media Storehouse.
Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions. Hahnemühle certified studio for digital fine art printing. Printed on 308gsm Photo Rag Paper.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 54.5cm (16.5" x 21.5")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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 late 19th century drawing by Marchetti, titled "Platform at a Railway Station," offers a vivid glimpse into the bustling activity of a railway station during the era of industrialization. The scene is filled with a rich tapestry of characters and details, each contributing to the narrative of departure and arrival. At the heart of the platform, a well-dressed bourgeois family bids farewell to their loved ones. The women wear elegant hats and crinoline dresses, while the men don top hats and carry leather valises. A porter in a smart uniform stands nearby, ready to help load their luggage onto the trolley or pushcart. In the foreground, a laborer pushes a heavy cart laden with sacks, adding to the sense of industry and movement. A train, with its smokestacks billowing steam, waits in the background, ready to whisk travelers away on their journeys. The platform itself is a hive of activity, with workers pushing and pulling carts, porters assisting travelers, and trolleys being loaded and unloaded. The scene is a testament to the importance of transportation during this period, as people and goods moved more freely and efficiently than ever before. The use of color adds depth and texture to the drawing, bringing the station to life and making it a fascinating window into the past. This image captures the essence of the late 19th century, a time of great change and progress, when the world seemed to be moving at a faster pace than ever before.
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