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Edinburgh: The Scottish National War Memorial, LNER poster, 1929
Poster produced for the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER) to promote rail travel to Edinburgh. The poster shows a scene of visitors viewing the Scottish National War Memorial, in Edinburgh Castle. The Memorial was established in the wake of the First World War. Artwork by Fred Taylor, who was commissioned in 1930 to design four ceiling paintings for the Underwriting Room at Lloyds and murals for Reeds Lacquer Room. He exhibited at the Royal Academy and other London galleries and worked for the Empire Marketing Board, LNER, London Transport and several shipping companies. Dimensions: 1016 mm x 1270 mm
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Media ID 10007466
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17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 19.5cm (9.6" x 7.7")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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 showcases the iconic Scottish National War Memorial, nestled within the historic Edinburgh Castle. Created in 1929 as a promotional poster for the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER), it aimed to entice travelers to explore the enchanting city of Edinburgh by rail. The artwork, skillfully crafted by Fred Taylor, transports viewers into a scene where visitors are immersed in contemplation while viewing the memorial. Established in remembrance of those who sacrificed their lives during World War I, this solemn monument holds great significance and serves as a poignant reminder of Scotland's wartime history. Fred Taylor's artistic prowess is evident not only in this LNER poster but also through his other notable works such as ceiling paintings for Lloyds and murals for Reeds Lacquer Room. His talent earned him recognition at prestigious institutions like the Royal Academy and various London galleries. Measuring an impressive 1016 mm x 1270 mm, this print captures every intricate detail with remarkable clarity. It stands as a testament to both the historical importance of war memorials and the enduring allure of railway travel. Displayed proudly within the National Railway Museum's Pictorial Collection, this image invites us to reflect on our past while inspiring future journeys to discover Edinburgh's rich heritage firsthand.
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