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Platform 1 at Paddington Station, 1929
A view of Platform 1 at Paddington Station, London, August 1929. This image shows crowds gathered on the platform with the glass roof above, and station clock and various advertisements on the left
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 413762
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1929 Crowd London Paddington Paddington Station Passengers People Platform Platform 1 Station Summer
Glass Place Mat (Set of 4)
Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Stylish and elegant polished safety glass, toughened and heat resistant (275x225mm, 7mm thick). Matching Coasters also available.
Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Elegant polished safety glass and heat resistant. Matching Coasters may also be available
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.9cm x 25.4cm (7.8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 22.5cm x 27.5cm (8.9" x 10.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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In this evocative photograph taken at Paddington Station in London during the summer of 1929, the hustle and bustle of activity on Platform 1 comes to life. The glass roof, a distinctive feature of the station, casts a warm, inviting glow over the scene, illuminating the platform and creating a sense of energy and anticipation. The platform is filled with a diverse crowd of people, each with their own stories to tell. Some are dressed in their Sunday best, likely on their way to visit family or friends, while others are more casually attired, perhaps traveling for business or pleasure. The platform's benches are filled with passengers, some deep in conversation, others lost in thought as they wait for their train. On the left side of the platform, the iconic station clock towers above the crowd, its hands ticking away the minutes and seconds. Various advertisements adorn the walls, offering glimpses into the products and services of the time. The advertisement for "Bovril" stands out, with its bold red and white colors and promise of "Restoring Vitality." This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when travel by train was an exciting and transformative experience. The crowds on Platform 1 at Paddington Station represent the diverse tapestry of society, each person with their own unique journey to embark on. The glass roof overhead, the station clock, and the advertisements serve as reminders of the past, transporting us back to a time when the world seemed just a little bit smaller, and the possibilities seemed endless.
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