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Photographic Print : Southampton Docks: the Gateway to the World, SR poster, 1931
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Southampton Docks: the Gateway to the World, SR poster, 1931
Southern Railway poster showing the Empress of Britain about to leave Southampton Docks for Canada. Artwork by Leslie Carr
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Media ID 10015525
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10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Southampton Docks: the Gateway to the World" photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection. This vintage masterpiece, hailing from the National Railway Museum's Pictorial Collection, transports you back in time with its enchanting image of the Southern Railway poster designed by Leslie Carr in 1931. Witness the Empress of Britain steaming proudly out of Southampton Docks, ready to embark on her journey to Canada. Let this stunning print bring a touch of nostalgia and elegance to your home or office decor.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print titled "Southampton Docks: the Gateway to the World" takes us back in time to 1931, showcasing a Southern Railway poster that exudes both grandeur and adventure. The artwork, skillfully crafted by Leslie Carr, depicts the magnificent Empress of Britain preparing to embark on her journey from Southampton Docks to Canada. As we gaze upon this scene, our imaginations are instantly ignited with thoughts of exploration and discovery. The towering presence of the steamship against the backdrop of bustling docks evokes a sense of awe and anticipation for what lies beyond those waters. The poster not only serves as an advertisement for Southern Railway but also captures a moment in history when travel by sea was considered glamorous and prestigious. It symbolizes an era when deep-sea cargo liners were not just vessels for transportation but gateways to new horizons. In addition to its commercial purpose, this image holds immense cultural significance. It represents more than just railway connections; it embodies dreams fulfilled, holidays enjoyed, recreation sought after, and social interactions fostered through railway journeys. Preserved within the National Railway Museum's Pictorial Collection, this print invites us into a world where railways played a vital role in shaping society's aspirations and connecting people across vast distances. It reminds us that behind every transport system lies stories waiting to be discovered - tales of human ambition intertwined with technological progress - all encapsulated within one mesmerizing piece of artistry.
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