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Poster Print : Railway line near Kobe, Japan, 1891. Artist: A Forsyth
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Railway line near Kobe, Japan, 1891. Artist: A Forsyth
Railway line near Kobe, Japan, 1891. A print from The Illustrated London News, 21st November 1891
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Media ID 14924317
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Hyogo Prefecture Kinki Kobe Railway Line Railway Track Forsyth Print Collector8
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Railways print from Media Storehouse's Poster Prints collection. This captivating 1891 image, entitled "Railway line near Kobe, Japan" by A Forsyth, is a stunning throwback to the early days of railway travel. Originally published in The Illustrated London News, this vintage poster brings the history of Japan's railways to life, transporting you to a bygone era. Add a touch of timeless charm to your home or office decor with this beautifully preserved piece of history.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 38.6cm (23.4" x 15.2")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Railway Line near Kobe, Japan - A Glimpse into 19th Century Transportation
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to the enchanting landscapes of 1891 Japan, where progress and tradition harmoniously coexisted. The artist, A Forsyth, skillfully captures a railway line snaking its way through the picturesque hills near Kobe. The vibrant colors bring life to this snapshot of history. In the foreground, we see a charming Japanese house nestled amidst lush greenery, showcasing the country's unique architecture. People can be seen going about their daily lives, perhaps unaware of the transformative power that rail transport would soon bring to their community. The railway track itself is an engineering marvel cutting through nature's contours with precision. It symbolizes progress and connectivity in an era when steam locomotives were revolutionizing transportation worldwide. This image serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination. Kobe's location in Hyogo Prefecture adds another layer of significance to this artwork. Situated in Kinki region, it was one of Japan's major ports during that time period – bustling with trade and cultural exchange. As we gaze upon this print from The Illustrated London News dated November 21st, 1891, we are transported back in time; witnessing both technological advancement and natural beauty intertwined seamlessly on paper. It reminds us how art can capture not only physical landscapes but also historical moments frozen forever for generations to come.
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