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Poster Print : London Town, BR poster, 1948-1965
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London Town, BR poster, 1948-1965
Poster produced for British Rail (BR) to promote London as a historic city that is easily reached by train. The poster shows a detailed aerial map of London with its landmarks, with shields of each of the boroughs around the border and a royal procession along the bottom. Artwork by an unknown artist
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Media ID 10014855
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite London Town poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, inspired by a vintage BR poster from the National Railway Museum. This captivating piece of railway history transports you back to the 1940s and 1950s, showcasing an intricately detailed aerial map of London in all its historic glory. Discover iconic landmarks such as the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the Houses of Parliament, all easily reachable by train. Add a touch of nostalgia to your home or office decor with this beautifully preserved piece of British railway heritage.
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 50.9cm x 42cm (20" x 16.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print transports us back in time to the golden era of British Railways, specifically between 1948 and 1965. Produced as a promotional poster for British Rail (BR), it aims to entice travelers to explore the wonders of London, a city steeped in history and easily accessible by train. The poster showcases an exquisite aerial map of the capital, meticulously detailing its iconic landmarks that have come to define this magnificent metropolis. What truly sets this artwork apart is the inclusion of shields representing each borough surrounding the border, symbolizing unity and diversity within London's vibrant communities. As our eyes wander along the bottom edge of the print, we are greeted with a royal procession, adding an air of regality and grandeur to this visual masterpiece. Although created by an unknown artist, their talent shines through every stroke and detail captured within this piece. It serves as a testament not only to their artistic prowess but also to their ability to capture London's essence in one stunning image. Preserved by the National Railway Museum, this print offers us a glimpse into both Britain's rich railway heritage and its deep connection with one of its most beloved cities. It invites us on a journey through time while igniting our curiosity about exploring London's historic treasures – all made possible by hopping aboard those reliable trains that once crisscrossed these lands.
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