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Snowdonia, LMS poster, c 1933
Poster produced for the London Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS) to promote rail travel to Snowdonia in Wales. In 1923 the LMS boasted in its booklet The Wonderland of Wales that Snowdon and the Welsh Highlands are synonymous with scenery of ravishing beauty. Ancient story, sweet murmurs of mountain streams and soul stirring music of peasant people add to the delights of this romantic region as a holiday ground.
Artwork by Charles H Baker, who was born in Ilminster and educated at Berkhamstead School. He was Head of Research at the Huntington Library, California. He painted landscapes in oil and designed posters for LMS
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Media ID 9997636
© NRM/Pictorial Collection
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the stunning Snowdonia Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic LMS poster design by the National Railway Museum. This captivating image, produced for the London Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS) in 1933, showcases the breathtaking beauty of Snowdonia in Wales. Transport yourself back in time with this vintage railway promotion, now transformed into a beautiful and vibrant canvas print. Perfectly suited for any space, this print is an exquisite addition to your home or office, bringing a touch of nostalgia and timeless charm. Experience the allure of Snowdonia through this iconic LMS poster, now available as a high-quality canvas print from Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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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This print takes us back to the enchanting era of 1933, when the London Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS) sought to entice travelers to the breathtaking wonders of Snowdonia in Wales. The poster, skillfully created by Charles H Baker, showcases the majestic Snowdonia mountains basking in golden sunlight rays. As we gaze at this masterpiece, we are transported into a world where ancient stories come alive and sweet murmurs of mountain streams serenade our senses. The LMS proudly proclaimed that Snowdon and the Welsh Highlands were synonymous with ravishing beauty, inviting holidaymakers to immerse themselves in this romantic region. Baker's artistic prowess shines through as he captures the essence of Gwynedd's picturesque landscape. His expertise in oil painting is evident as every brushstroke brings out the vibrant hues and intricate details of Tryfan peaks against a backdrop of rolling hills. It is worth noting that Charles H Baker was not only an accomplished artist but also Head of Research at California's prestigious Huntington Library. His talents extended beyond landscapes on canvas; he also designed striking posters for LMS. This remarkable print from National Railway Museum serves as a timeless reminder of Snowdonia's allure and its enduring appeal as a destination for those seeking natural beauty intertwined with rich cultural heritage.
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