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London Passenger Transport Board Advertisement
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London Passenger Transport Board Advertisement
An advertisement illustration for the London Passenger Transport Board, an organisation responsible for local public transport in London, between 1933 and 1948. The landscape picture shows colourful ploughed fields and green hils topped with forests under a blue sky. Date: circa 1939
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1933 1948 Annual Buyers Fields Forests Guide Organisation Ploughed Responsible Topped Hils Kauffer Mcknight Shows
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London's Green and Pleasant Land - A Journey to the Countryside with the London Passenger Transport Board
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This advertisement illustration for the London Passenger Transport Board (LPTB), created circa 1939, invites us to embark on a picturesque journey from the bustling city of London to the idyllic English countryside. The LPTB, an organization responsible for local public transport in London between 1933 and 1948, showcases the seamless connection between urban life and the rural charm of England. The landscape painting, reminiscent of an Edward McKnight Kauffer design, features a colourful expanse of ploughed fields, their rich earth contrasting beautifully against the vibrant greens of the hills topped with forests. The tranquil scene is further enhanced by the clear blue sky, dotted with fluffy clouds, symbolizing the promise of a serene and rejuvenating escape from the city. The advertisement, a testament to the artistic prowess of the 1930s, is an invitation to annual buyers and the general public to explore the beauty of the British countryside. The LPTB's commitment to providing accessible and efficient transport services is evident in the way it seamlessly merges the urban and rural worlds, making it an essential part of everyday life for Londoners. This advertisement, with its timeless appeal and stunning visuals, is a testament to the power of art and design in promoting the benefits of public transport and the simple pleasures of a countryside escape. The London Passenger Transport Board's dedication to enhancing the travel experience for its passengers extended beyond the city limits, making it an integral part of the British way of life in the 1930s.
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