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Quay Station
6th October 1938: A new soundproofed and air-conditioned London and North Eastern Railway train at a quayside station in Harwich, Essex. (Photo by J. A. Hampton/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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J. A. Hampton
Media ID 12022164
1930 1939 England Black Essex England Infrastructure Rail London England North Eastern Railway Quayside Railroad Track Station Train Vehicle Transport Europe Top Transport Infrastructure
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite 'Quay Station' photographic print from the Media Storehouse Fine Art collection. Captured by renowned photographer J. A. Hampton in 1938, this stunning image showcases a new, modern London and North Eastern Railway train at a quayside station in Harwich, Essex. With its sleek design and innovative features, such as soundproofing and air conditioning, this train was a marvel of its time. This evocative print, from the Topical Press Agency archives at Getty Images, is sure to transport you to a bygone era. Bring the history and charm of the past into your home or office with this beautiful, museum-quality print.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Quay Station - A Glimpse into the Golden Age of Rail Travel
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to a bygone era, specifically the 6th of October, 1938. We find ourselves at a quayside station in Harwich, Essex, where a new soundproofed and air-conditioned London and North Eastern Railway train stands proudly on the tracks. The locomotive exudes an air of elegance and sophistication as it awaits its next journey. The image captures not only the beauty of this magnificent railway transport but also showcases the impeccable infrastructure that was characteristic of European rail travel during this time. The horizontal composition emphasizes the grandeur of both the train and its surroundings. Intriguingly absent from this snapshot are people - allowing us to focus solely on these remarkable feats of engineering. This absence invites us to imagine passengers bustling about, eagerly boarding or disembarking from their travels across England. With meticulous attention to detail, J. A. Hampton's photographic expertise immortalizes this moment in history for all transportation enthusiasts to admire. From finance moguls seeking luxurious journeys to everyday commuters relying on efficient transport links, trains like these were integral parts of British society. As we gaze upon this archival gem, we are transported back in time; feeling nostalgia for an era when rail travel was synonymous with adventure and refinement. It serves as a reminder that even today's modern advancements owe much gratitude to such pioneering achievements in transportation history.
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