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Poster Print : Step On at Grimsby for the Continent, GCR poster, 1911
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Step On at Grimsby for the Continent, GCR poster, 1911
Poster produced for the Great Central Railway (GCR) to promote their route from Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire to The Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and Denmark. The poster shows a steamship departing from Grimsby to be welcomed by women in traditional Dutch dress standing on a map of the Continent. Artwork by an unknown artist. Dimensions: 1016 mm x 1270 mm
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Media ID 10015805
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Step into history with our exquisite reproduction of the "Step On at Grimsby for the Continent" GCR poster from the National Railway Museum. Originally produced in 1911 to promote travel from Grimsby to The Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and Denmark on the Great Central Railway (GCR), this vintage poster showcases the allure of early 20th-century rail travel. With its captivating image of a steam train departing from the bustling Grimsby station, this poster is a must-have for railway enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office with our high-quality print, meticulously crafted to preserve the authentic details and vibrant colors of the original."
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 53.1cm x 42cm (20.9" 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.
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Step On at Grimsby for the Continent - A Journey through Time and Tradition
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This vintage print, produced in 1911 by the Great Central Railway (GCR), invites us to embark on a remarkable journey from the bustling port of Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, to the enchanting lands of The Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and Denmark. As we gaze upon this magnificent poster created by an unknown artist, we are transported back in time to an era when steamships ruled the seas. The focal point of this artwork is a majestic steamship gracefully departing from Grimsby's shores. Its billowing smokestacks symbolize adventure and discovery as it sets sail towards distant horizons. Upon arrival at its European destination, our eyes are drawn to a group of elegantly dressed women wearing traditional Dutch attire. They stand proudly on a map of the Continent with open arms extended in warm welcome. This masterpiece not only captures the allure of travel but also celebrates cultural diversity and unity across borders. It serves as a testament to GCR's commitment to connecting people and places through their extensive network of crossings. Preserved by the National Railway Museum with dimensions measuring 1016 mm x 1270 mm, this historic print continues to inspire wanderlust among viewers today. Step into history with "Step On at Grimsby for the Continent" where dreams take flight amidst lincolnshire saloons and grand steamships that once sailed these waters.
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