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Unwelcome Fare, Bristol-London Mail Coach
An Unwelcome Fare, all that luggage, Bristol to London Mail Coach Date: 1845
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1840s 1845 Bristol Coach Coaching Comical Drawn Fare Fores Luggage Mail Messrs Passengers Unwelcome Newhouse
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Unwelcome Fare: A Humorous Take on Traveling by Mail Coach in the 1840s This charming print, titled "Unwelcome Fare," captures the essence of travel in the early Victorian era, specifically by mail coach from Bristol to London in 1845. The image, published by Messrs. Fores, showcases a comical scene of a weary traveler, laden with an excessive amount of luggage, being greeted by an inn sign that reads "Newhouse." The horse-drawn mail coach, with its team of robust horses, is a common sight on the road, but the burden of luggage that the passenger carries seems to be far from welcome. The print, created in the 1840s, offers a glimpse into the daily life of travel during this period. Passengers, often businesspeople or those visiting family, would embark on lengthy journeys, carrying their belongings with them. The luggage, typically transported on top of the coach or in the luggage compartment, could include essentials such as clothing, documents, and supplies. Despite the hardships of travel, the print maintains a lighthearted tone. The humor lies in the contrast between the traveler's unwelcome burden and the seemingly inviting inn sign. The rural setting, with its quaint roadside inn and picturesque landscape, adds to the overall charm of the scene. The "Unwelcome Fare" print is a delightful reminder of the challenges and joys of travel during the 19th century. It offers a glimpse into a bygone era, when horse-drawn mail coaches were the primary means of transportation and the simple pleasures of a country inn were a welcome respite from the long journey ahead.
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