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The Royal Arrival at the Farnborough Railway Station, 1844. Creator: Stephen Sly

The Royal Arrival at the Farnborough Railway Station, 1844. Creator: Stephen Sly


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The Royal Arrival at the Farnborough Railway Station, 1844. Creator: Stephen Sly

The Royal Arrival at the Farnborough Railway Station, 1844. Visit of the French king Louis Philippe to Britain. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

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Alexandrina Victoria Crowds Dais Empress Of India Hampshire King Louis Philippe King Of France Louis Philip Louis Philippe Louis Philippe I Louis Philippe King Of France Louis Philippe King Of The French Louis Philippe Of France Platform Queen Of Great Britain And Ireland Queen Victoria Railway Station Railways Royal Visit Sly Stephen Station Steam Locomotive Stephen Stephen Sly Train Train Station Victoria Black And Farnborough Illustrated London News Standard


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The Royal Arrival at the Farnborough Railway Station, 1844

EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print captured by Stephen Sly, we are transported back to a significant moment in history - the visit of French King Louis Philippe to Britain. The scene unfolds at the Farnborough Railway Station, where a crowd eagerly awaits the arrival of their esteemed guest. The image showcases a bustling platform filled with people from all walks of life. Men and women gather together, craning their necks for a glimpse of royalty. Flags flutter proudly in the wind, representing both Britain and France, symbolizing the unity between these two nations. Atop an elevated dais stands King Louis Philippe himself, exuding regal elegance as he steps off his steam locomotive. His presence commands attention as he is greeted by Queen Victoria herself – Empress of India and Queen of Great Britain and Ireland. This engraving captures not only a historic event but also highlights the significance of railways during this era. The railway station becomes more than just a location; it becomes a symbol of progress and modernity. Stephen Sly's meticulous attention to detail brings this momentous occasion to life once again. Through his lens, we witness an extraordinary convergence of cultures and power dynamics that shaped 19th-century Europe. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from "Illustrated London News" we are reminded that history is not merely confined within textbooks but can be vividly experienced through art like Sly's masterpiece.

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