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Poster Print : Waterloo & City Line, SR poster, 1941
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Waterloo & City Line, SR poster, 1941
Produced for the Southern Railway (SR) to advertise the reopening of the Waterloo and City Line on 3 March 1941. The artwork is by Shep - Charles Shepherd (born 1892)
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Media ID 10014957
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage Waterloo & City Line poster from the National Railway Museum. This authentic 1941 design, produced for the Southern Railway (SR), showcases the iconic Waterloo & City Line against the backdrop of London's bustling cityscape. Created by renowned artist Charles Shepherd (Shep), this captivating poster celebrates a bygone era of rail travel. Add a touch of history and charm to your space with our high-quality reproduction print. Experience the magic of railways' past, right in your home or office.
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 36.9cm x 59.4cm (14.5" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the year 1941, when the Southern Railway (SR) commissioned this remarkable artwork by Charles Shepherd, also known as Shep. The poster was created to celebrate and advertise the long-awaited reopening of the Waterloo and City Line on 3rd March that same year. The image showcases a bustling scene at Waterloo station, with passengers eagerly awaiting their train on this historic day. The attention to detail is exquisite; from the meticulously drawn architecture of the station building to the vibrant colors used throughout, every element captures the essence of this momentous occasion. Shep's artistic prowess shines through in his ability to convey both excitement and nostalgia simultaneously. As we gaze upon this piece, we can almost hear the echoes of conversations and feel the anticipation in the air. Preserved by National Railway Museum, this print serves as a testament to not only Shep's talent but also as a reminder of how railways have played an integral role in shaping our society over time. It transports us back to an era where trains were more than just modes of transportation; they were symbols of progress and connectivity. Whether you are a history enthusiast or simply appreciate fine artistry, this stunning print offers a glimpse into a significant moment in London's railway history – one that continues to captivate hearts even decades later.
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