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The 3 Browns book d for Brighton, and only one place, c1830
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The 3 Browns book d for Brighton, and only one place, c1830
The 3 Browns book d for Brighton, and only one place, c1830; showing an overcrowded Brighton coach about to leave the Belle Sauvage Inn, Ludgate Hill. An enormous man climbs on to the box while two others assist him, the coachman remonstrates and a small boy carrying luggage looks on in amusement
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Amusement Brighton Coach Commuter Commuters Commuting Departure Enjoyment Frustrated Frustration Grant Ludgate Hill Luggage Overcrowding Horse Drawn Vehicle Metaphor
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The 3 Browns book d for Brighton, and only one place, c1830; a glimpse into the bustling streets of 19th century London. In this lively lithograph captured by Charles Jameson Grant, we witness the chaotic scene outside the Belle Sauvage Inn on Ludgate Hill. The focal point is an overcrowded Brighton coach ready to depart, with its horse-drawn carriage straining under the weight of eager passengers. Amidst the commotion, an enormous man attempts to climb onto the already packed coach while two others lend their assistance. The frustrated coachman remonstrates with them as a small boy carrying luggage looks on in amusement. This whimsical snapshot perfectly encapsulates both the excitement and challenges of travel during that era. The image also offers glimpses into daily life in Victorian England - from commuters rushing through busy avenues to dogs playfully darting around. It serves as a metaphor for our innate desire for adventure and exploration, even if it means jumping on board an already overflowing bandwagon. Preserved by Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, this colorful print transports us back in time to witness not just a momentary departure but also captures the essence of transportation history. It reminds us how far we have come since then while evoking nostalgia for simpler times when horse-drawn vehicles ruled the roads. This piece invites us to reflect upon our own journeys today and appreciate how much easier modern transport has made our lives.
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