Framed Print : Frontispiece design, Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson
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Frontispiece design, Railway Ribaldry by W Heath Robinson
Frontispiece design by W Heath Robinson -- Mr W Heath Robinsons own private railway engine, not often allowed on the GWR. Date: 1935
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Media ID 14247771
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Bottles Crescent Driver Driving Frontispiece Funnel Heath Letters Loco Locomotive Moon Passengers Private Rabbit Ramshackle Ribaldry Robinson Stars Track Tracks Umbrella Wheel Wheels 1935
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the Frontispiece design, "Railway Ribaldry" by the renowned British illustrator W Heath Robinson. This delightful piece, published in 1935, showcases Heath Robinson's unique and whimsical take on a private railway engine, a rare sight on the Great Western Railway. Add a touch of vintage charm to your walls with this exquisitely detailed and intriguing print, expertly sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. Each Framed Print is meticulously crafted with care, ensuring a stunning presentation that is sure to become a conversation starter in any room.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.2cm x 24.4cm (7.2" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
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 delightful frontispiece design by the renowned British illustrator, W Heath Robinson, captures the whimsical and humorous side of railway travel in the 1930s. Titled "Railway Ribaldry," this illustration showcases Mr. Heath Robinson's own private railway engine, an unlikely sight on the Great Western Railway (GWR). The engine, with its ramshackle design and mismatched wheels, appears to be held together by a combination of string, umbrellas, and bottles. The scene unfolds under a dark night sky, illuminated only by the crescent moon and twinkling stars. Passengers, bundled up against the cold, make their way up the engine's rickety steps, some carrying suitcases and others clinging to umbrellas. The driver, dressed in a thick coat and hat, looks determined as he goes about his duties, oblivious to the chaos around him. The engine's funnel, adorned with letters and numbers, puffs out steam, adding to the sense of motion and excitement. The track stretches out into the darkness, disappearing into the distance. A small rabbit, perhaps a mascot, peeks out from the engine's wheel. This charming illustration, created in 1935, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when railway travel was a more leisurely and unpredictable experience. The humor and whimsy of Heath Robinson's work continue to captivate audiences, making "Railway Ribaldry" a beloved piece of railway history.
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