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Inn yard with Mail Coach preparing to leave
Inn yard with Mail Coach preparing to leave. This shows a typical galleried inn yard with individual rooms leading off the galleries. Aquatint c1840
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Media ID 9703435
© Universal History Archive
Communication Horse Hotel Passenger Road Transport
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Inn Yard with Mail Coach preparing to Leave poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Universal Images Group (UIG), showcases an authentic 19th-century galleried inn yard, where horse-drawn mail coaches are a common sight. The intricate details of the aquatint, created around 1840, transport you to a bygone era. Adorn your walls with this stunning piece of historical art and let the storytelling begin.
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 38.9cm (23.4" x 15.3")
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 titled "Inn yard with Mail Coach preparing to leave" takes us back in time, offering a glimpse into the bustling world of road travel and communication during the 19th century. The image showcases a typical galleried inn yard, where individual rooms branch off from the galleries. It is evident that this was not just an ordinary inn but rather a hub of activity and hospitality. The focal point of the photograph is undoubtedly the majestic Mail Coach, standing tall and ready for its journey ahead. With its sturdy frame and elegant design, it symbolizes both reliability and adventure. This mode of transport played a crucial role in connecting people across vast distances, carrying passengers as well as important mail. Surrounding the coach are various elements that add depth to this historical scene. Horses tethered nearby suggest their indispensable role in pulling these carriages along treacherous roads. The presence of travelers eagerly awaiting departure highlights how hotels or hostleries served as meeting points for individuals embarking on journeys or seeking respite after long travels. Captured through aquatint technique around 1840, this print beautifully encapsulates an era when road travel was at its peak and communication relied heavily on such establishments. Preserved by Universal Images Group (UIG) within their archive collection, this photograph serves as a testament to our ever-evolving transportation systems while reminding us of the charm found within these old-world settings.
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