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York - Architecture of Thirteen Centuries, LNER poster, 1930
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York - Architecture of Thirteen Centuries, LNER poster, 1930
Poster produced for the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER) to promote rail travel to the historic city of York, Yorkshire. The poster shows visitors in the courtyard of St Williams College, which was built in 1461 and originally housed the Chantry Priests of York Minster. Artwork by Fred Taylor, who was commissioned in 1930 to design four ceiling paintings for the Underwriting Room at Lloyds and murals for Reeds Lacquer Room. He exhibited at the Royal Academy and other London galleries and worked for the Empire Marketing Board, LNER, London Transport and several shipping companies. Dimensions: 1016 mm x 1270 mm
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This print captures the essence of York's rich architectural heritage spanning over thirteen centuries. Created in 1930 by Fred Taylor for the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER), this poster aims to entice travelers to explore the historic city nestled in Yorkshire. The focal point of the artwork is St Williams College, a magnificent structure built in 1461 that once housed the Chantry Priests of York Minster. The courtyard depicted in the image exudes an air of tranquility and grandeur, inviting visitors to step back in time and immerse themselves in York's storied past. Fred Taylor, a renowned artist commissioned by LNER, showcases his exceptional talent through this piece. Not only did he design four ceiling paintings for Lloyds' Underwriting Room and murals for Reeds Lacquer Room but also exhibited at prestigious institutions like the Royal Academy. Measuring 1016 mm x 1270 mm, this print serves as a testament to Taylor's artistic prowess while highlighting LNER's commitment to promoting rail travel across Britain. With its intricate details and vibrant colors, it evokes a sense of nostalgia and curiosity among viewers. Preserved within National Railway Museum's Pictorial Collection, this remarkable artwork stands as a timeless tribute to both York's architectural splendor and the enduring allure of railway journeys.
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