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Waterloo Station - Peace, SR poster, 1948
Poster produced for Southern Railways (SR). This is one of two posters commissioned as part of the celebrations that took place in 1948 to mark the centenary of the opening of Waterloo Station. The poster commemorates a centenary of uninterrupted service during war and peace. Artwork by Helen McKie, who studied at the Lambeth School of Art and exhibited at the Paris Salon and at leading London galleries. In addition to designing posters for the Southern Railway (SR), she also wrote and illustrated booklets and other publicity material and designed uniforms and upholstery. In 1939 she was asked to decorate two new coaches for the cross-Channel service. Dimensions: 1016 mm x 1270mm
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10"x8" Photo Print
Discover the rich history of Waterloo Station with this stunning vintage poster from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. Originally produced for Southern Railways (SR) in 1948 to celebrate the centenary of the station's opening, this iconic design by the National Railway Museum's NRM/Pictorial Collection depicts a serene scene of Waterloo Station, encapsulating the peace and progress of the post-war era. Bring a piece of transport history into your home or office with this beautifully preserved and authentic reproduction.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the essence of Waterloo Station in 1948, a significant year for Southern Railways (SR) as they celebrated the centenary of this iconic transportation hub. The poster, commissioned to commemorate a hundred years of uninterrupted service during both war and peace, stands as a testament to the resilience and dedication of those who served at Waterloo Station. The artwork was masterfully created by Helen McKie, an accomplished artist who studied at the prestigious Lambeth School of Art. Her talent extended beyond designing posters for SR; she also wrote and illustrated booklets, designed uniforms and upholstery, leaving her artistic mark on various aspects of railway travel. In this particular piece, McKie skillfully depicts soldiers from different eras alongside clocks that symbolize time's unyielding march forward. The juxtaposition serves as a poignant reminder of how Waterloo Station has stood witness to countless journeys made by brave men and women throughout history. Measuring 1016mm x 1270mm, this print transports viewers back in time to experience the grandeur and significance surrounding Waterloo Station's centenaries. Preserved within the National Railway Museum's Pictorial Collection, it is not only a visual delight but also an invaluable historical artifact that pays homage to the enduring legacy of one of Britain's most iconic train stations.
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