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Cartoons, The Guide to the Metropolitan Railway, London
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Cartoons, The Guide to the Metropolitan Railway, London
Cartoons in Fun, 1866. The Guide to the Metropolitan Railway. A humorous commentary on the popularity of the new London underground railway, showing people travelling for business and pleasure, and one of the oldest inhabitants of the underground sewers, a frightened rat! Date: 1866
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The Cartoons in Fun: A Guide to the Metropolitan Railway, London (1866) offers a humorous commentary on the burgeoning popularity of the new Metropolitan Railway in London, which opened in 1863. This intriguing print captures the excitement and intrigue surrounding the underground railway, as people from all walks of life are depicted travelling for business and pleasure. The detailed outlines and vibrant colors of the cartoon style transport us back to the 1860s, where men and women are seen boarding trains with their luggage, while a curious crowd gathers at the station. However, not all were enthralled by the new railway. One of the oldest inhabitants of the underground sewers, a frightened rat, peeks out from the darkness, reminding us of the contrasting worlds that coexisted beneath the bustling city streets. The steam-powered locomotive, a marvel of engineering, dominates the scene, its powerful presence a testament to the transformative impact of the railway on Victorian London. This print serves as a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a humorous yet insightful perspective on the Metropolitan Railway's rise to prominence. With its intricate detail and charming style, it remains an enduring reminder of the wonder and excitement that surrounded the advent of the underground railway in London over 150 years ago.
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