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CHINA: RAILROAD, 1918. A dining car of the American-Chinese Express in China
CHINA: RAILROAD, 1918.
A dining car of the American-Chinese Express in China. Photograph by James Maxwell Pringle, 1918
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Media ID 12403072
1918 China Chinese Express Graffiti Journey Maxwell Passenger Pringle Railroad Snow Winter Dining Car
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Step back in time with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the captivating image of "CHINA: RAILROAD, 1918." This vintage photograph, sourced from Granger Art on Demand, showcases a dining car of the American-Chinese Express in China. Taken by James Maxwell Pringle in 1918, this image transports you to a bygone era of travel and adventure. Personalize this mug with your favorite photo or leave it as a unique gift for history enthusiasts and railroad aficionados. Embrace the past, savor your favorite beverage, and relive history with every sip.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
CHINA: RAILROAD, 1918. A glimpse into the cross-cultural journey of the American-Chinese Express, captured in this sepia-toned photograph by James Maxwell Pringle. In the midst of a winter wonderland, snow blankets the exterior as men gather outside a dining car adorned with intriguing graffiti. The passenger-filled car stands as a testament to the early days of rail travel in China. The image transports us back to an era when train journeys were not just about reaching destinations but also about forging connections between different cultures and nations. The American-Chinese Express symbolizes this harmonious blend, where Chinese and American influences converge within its walls. As we peer through time's lens, we can almost hear lively conversations and clinking cutlery emanating from within the dining car. It serves as a microcosm of shared experiences and stories exchanged over hearty meals during long voyages across vast landscapes. Pringle's photograph captures both the serenity of winter and the bustling energy that permeated these railroad expeditions. It invites us to ponder upon how transportation has shaped our world throughout history – bringing people together physically while bridging cultural gaps metaphorically. This snapshot is more than just an archival print; it encapsulates an era when railroads were lifelines connecting distant corners of China, fostering camaraderie among passengers on their collective odyssey.
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