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Metal Print : TRANSPORTATION AD, 1888. Illustration from an American magazine advertisement, 1888
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TRANSPORTATION AD, 1888. Illustration from an American magazine advertisement, 1888
TRANSPORTATION AD, 1888.
Illustration from an American magazine advertisement, 1888, depicting a man recommending the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad to another man who had expressed interest in traveling to California
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Media ID 12223694
1888 Advertising Advice Burlington California Chair Chicago Cigarette Coil Conversation Deck Detail Excursion Passenger Pipe Quincy Railroad Reading Rigging Rope Smoke Smoker Traveling Wealthy
20"x16" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our vintage Transportation Ad Metal Print from the Granger Collection. This captivating illustration, originally published in an American magazine in 1888, showcases a man enthusiastically endorsing the Chicago transportation system. Add a touch of history to your space with this unique and intriguing Metal Print, expertly crafted by Media Storehouse. Embrace the charm of the past while enjoying the modern elegance of a metal print. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
Step into the Future - The Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad
EDITORS COMMENTS
. Transportation has always been a gateway to new adventures, and this print from 1888 takes us back in time to an era when railroads were the epitome of modernity. In this illustration from an American magazine advertisement, we witness a conversation between two men that holds the promise of exciting journeys. Set against a late 19th-century backdrop, one man passionately recommends the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad to his companion who dreams of traveling to California. Their animated discussion unfolds on deck as they enjoy their pipes and cigarettes, surrounded by fellow passengers dressed in elegant attire. The attention to detail is remarkable – from the intricate rigging above them to the women seated nearby engrossed in reading material. The well-dressed gentlemen exude wealth and sophistication as they discuss their plans for venturing westward. A sense of anticipation fills the air as they envision traversing vast landscapes aboard this renowned railroad. This advertisement captures not only a moment frozen in time but also embodies aspirations for progress and exploration during America's Gilded Age. It serves as a reminder that transportation has always played a pivotal role in connecting people with new opportunities and experiences. Granger Art on Demand brings us this fascinating glimpse into history through its collection of prints like these – transporting us back over a century ago when railroads were at the forefront of innovation and adventure.
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