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Framed Print : The Silver Jubilee, Britains First Streamline Train, LNER poster, 1935
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The Silver Jubilee, Britains First Streamline Train, LNER poster, 1935
In 1935, Nigel Gresley designed the Silver Jubilee, a train that became a design icon of the 1930s. Its silver streamlined form streaked between London and Newcastle in four hours. This poster was produced for London & North Eastern Railway (LNER) to promote the service, which travelled at an average speed of 67.08 mph
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22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "The Silver Jubilee, Britain's First Streamline Train" by NRM/Pictorial Collection from the National Railway Museum. This iconic poster, dated 1935, captures the essence of Nigel Gresley's groundbreaking design. The Silver Jubilee train, with its sleek, silver streamlined form, revolutionized rail travel between London and Newcastle, completing the journey in just four hours. Bring the history and elegance of this design icon into your home or office with our high-quality framed print. A must-have for railway enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). 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 25cm x 39.6cm (9.8" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
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.
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This print showcases "The Silver Jubilee". Britain's first streamline train, designed by Nigel Gresley in 1935. The train quickly became an iconic symbol of the 1930s with its sleek silver exterior and remarkable speed. This poster was created by the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER) to promote this groundbreaking service that connected London and Newcastle in a mere four hours. The Silver Jubilee was not just visually stunning but also incredibly fast, boasting an average speed of 67.08 mph. Its streamlined form allowed it to streak through the English countryside effortlessly, revolutionizing train travel at the time. This particular image captures the essence of this design marvel, highlighting its futuristic appearance against a backdrop of lush green fields and blue skies. The elegance and sophistication exuded by "The Silver Jubilee" are evident in every detail captured within this photograph. Preserved within the National Railway Museum's Pictorial Collection, this print serves as a testament to both Nigel Gresley's visionary engineering skills and LNER's commitment to innovation in rail transportation during that era. Whether you're a railway enthusiast or simply appreciate timeless design icons, this print is sure to captivate your imagination and transport you back to a time when trains were more than just modes of transportation; they were symbols of progress and modernity.
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