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Snowdonia, LMS poster, c 1933
Poster produced for the London Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS) to promote rail travel to Snowdonia in Wales. In 1923 the LMS boasted in its booklet The Wonderland of Wales that Snowdon and the Welsh Highlands are synonymous with scenery of ravishing beauty. Ancient story, sweet murmurs of mountain streams and soul stirring music of peasant people add to the delights of this romantic region as a holiday ground.
Artwork by Charles H Baker, who was born in Ilminster and educated at Berkhamstead School. He was Head of Research at the Huntington Library, California. He painted landscapes in oil and designed posters for LMS
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Media ID 9997636
© NRM/Pictorial Collection
20"x16" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step into the golden age of rail travel with our captivating Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring a vintage LMS poster from the National Railway Museum. This beautifully preserved image, dating back to 1933, invites you to explore the breathtaking landscapes of Snowdonia, Wales. With its rich, vibrant colors and intricate details, this metal print is not just a decorative piece, but a journey through time. Bring the romance of rail travel and the majesty of Snowdonia into your home, and let this timeless poster inspire your next adventure.
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.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the enchanting era of 1933, when the London Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS) sought to entice travelers to the breathtaking wonders of Snowdonia in Wales. The poster, skillfully created by Charles H Baker, showcases the majestic Snowdonia mountains basking in golden sunlight rays. As we gaze at this masterpiece, we are transported into a world where ancient stories come alive and sweet murmurs of mountain streams serenade our senses. The LMS proudly proclaimed that Snowdon and the Welsh Highlands were synonymous with ravishing beauty, inviting holidaymakers to immerse themselves in this romantic region. Baker's artistic prowess shines through as he captures the essence of Gwynedd's picturesque landscape. His expertise in oil painting is evident as every brushstroke brings out the vibrant hues and intricate details of Tryfan peaks against a backdrop of rolling hills. It is worth noting that Charles H Baker was not only an accomplished artist but also Head of Research at California's prestigious Huntington Library. His talents extended beyond landscapes on canvas; he also designed striking posters for LMS. This remarkable print from National Railway Museum serves as a timeless reminder of Snowdonia's allure and its enduring appeal as a destination for those seeking natural beauty intertwined with rich cultural heritage.
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