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Melbourne Street
circa 1875: Traffic on Collin Street, Melbourne, Victoria in Australia. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Melbourne Street
Media ID 9871333
1870 1879 Animal Arts Culture And Entertainment Black Black And White Carriage City City Street Consumerproduct Crowd Drive Horse Mode Of Transport Street Traffic Walking White Format Collin Hansom Cab
Greetings Card Large (A4)
Step back in time with our Melbourne Street greeting cards from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring a captivating image from the Hulton Archive. Dated circa 1875, this photograph transports you to the bustling streets of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Traffic flows smoothly on Collins Street as horse-drawn carriages and pedestrians make their way through the historic cityscape. Add a touch of nostalgia to your correspondence with this exquisite, vintage greeting card. Perfect for anniversary celebrations, milestone birthdays, or simply to brighten someone's day, our Melbourne Street card is a unique and thoughtful choice. Order yours today and travel back in time with every delivery.
Create your own large greetings card. Size when folded is A4 (21x30cm or 8.3x11.7 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 29.7cm x 21cm (11.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29.7cm x 42cm (11.7" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to Melbourne, Australia, circa 1875. The bustling Collin Street comes alive with a vibrant crowd of people going about their daily lives. As we gaze at the image, we are transported to an era where horse-drawn carriages were the primary mode of transport. The street is filled with activity as pedestrians elegantly navigate through the traffic. Women donning long dresses and men wearing top hats can be seen strolling along the sidewalk, creating a sense of sophistication and refinement. Amongst the sea of people, horses pull hansom cabs gracefully down the road. These majestic animals add both charm and power to this snapshot from history. Their presence reminds us that transportation was once reliant on these magnificent creatures. The composition of this photograph captures not only the movement but also showcases architectural details of buildings lining Collin Street. It provides a glimpse into Melbourne's past while highlighting its growth as a city. As we observe this remarkable scene frozen in time, it serves as a reminder of how much has changed over the years yet also how certain aspects remain timeless. This stunning piece from Australian Views allows us to appreciate our connection with history and marvel at Melbourne's evolution into one of Australia's most iconic cities.
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