Paignton Beach Print, 1937

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Framed Print of Paignton, GWR poster, 1937

Poster produced for the Great Western Railway (GWR) promoting rail travel to Paignton, South Devon. The poster shows a bathing belle waving a towel on the beach, with the promenade stretching out behind her and sunbathers enjoying themselves on the beach. Artwork by Charles Pears, a marine painter in oil who was an Official Naval Artist during the World Wars. He worked as a poster artist for rail companies and other clients and was also a book illustrator. National Railway Museum is the home of iconic locomotives. Our historic prints reflect the age and quality of the original artwork we hold to preserve their artistic character, including authentic colour reproduction, marks and creases. © NRM/Pictorial Collection

Artwork supplied by National Railway Museum (XUKC000088)

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Great Western Railway Advertising , Charles Pears Artwork , Vintage Rail Travel Posters

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Framed Print of "Paignton, GWR poster, 1937" by NRM/Pictorial Collection. This vintage poster, produced for the Great Western Railway (GWR) in 1937, transports you back in time with its charming depiction of a bathing belle waving a towel on the beach. Bring a piece of railway history into your home with this beautifully restored and framed print. Perfect for railway enthusiasts, home decorators, or as a thoughtful gift. Relive the golden age of rail travel and add a touch of nostalgia to your space.

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Modern Frame 14"x12" (36x31cm)

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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). 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: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24cm x 19.3cm (9.4" x 7.6")

Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")