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Platform at a railway station. Late 19th century

Platform at a railway station. Late 19th century


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Platform at a railway station. Late 19th century

Platform at a railway station. Late 19th century. Drawing by Marchetti. Colored

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This late 19th century drawing by Marchetti, titled "Platform at a Railway Station," offers a vivid glimpse into the bustling activity of a railway station during the era of industrialization. The scene is filled with a rich tapestry of characters and details, each contributing to the narrative of departure and arrival. At the heart of the platform, a well-dressed bourgeois family bids farewell to their loved ones. The women wear elegant hats and crinoline dresses, while the men don top hats and carry leather valises. A porter in a smart uniform stands nearby, ready to help load their luggage onto the trolley or pushcart. In the foreground, a laborer pushes a heavy cart laden with sacks, adding to the sense of industry and movement. A train, with its smokestacks billowing steam, waits in the background, ready to whisk travelers away on their journeys. The platform itself is a hive of activity, with workers pushing and pulling carts, porters assisting travelers, and trolleys being loaded and unloaded. The scene is a testament to the importance of transportation during this period, as people and goods moved more freely and efficiently than ever before. The use of color adds depth and texture to the drawing, bringing the station to life and making it a fascinating window into the past. This image captures the essence of the late 19th century, a time of great change and progress, when the world seemed to be moving at a faster pace than ever before.

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