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Poster Print : Caernarvon Castle, LMS poster, 1929
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Caernarvon Castle, LMS poster, 1929
Poster produced by London, Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS) to promote rail services to Caernarvon Castle in Wales. The poster shows a view of the castle, which was built by Edward I (1239-1307), from across the Menai Straits. The castle was intended as a seat of power, a symbol of English dominance over the subdued Welsh. Artwork by Norman Wilkinson (1878-1971), who studied art at Portsmouth and Southsea Schools of Art. A famous marine painter, he designed posters for several railway companies and organised the Royal Academy series of posters for the London & Midlands Railway (LMR) in 1924
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18x24 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our vintage LMS poster print of Caernarvon Castle. This beautiful piece, from the National Railway Museum's Pictorial Collection, showcases the majestic Caernarvon Castle in Wales as it appeared in 1929. Originally produced by the London, Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS) to promote rail services to this historic site, this poster is a must-have for rail enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Featuring an iconic image of the castle, which was built by Edward I in 1239, this print is a stunning addition to any wall. Bring the past into the present with this authentic piece of railway history."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to 1929, when the London, Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS) sought to entice travelers with a stunning poster promoting rail services to Caernarvon Castle in Wales. The artwork, masterfully created by Norman Wilkinson, showcases the medieval fortress built by Edward I across the Menai Straits. Caernarvon Castle stands proudly as a symbol of English dominance over the subdued Welsh population during that era. Its imposing structure was intended not only as a seat of power but also as a constant reminder of England's control over Wales. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported to an age where castles held great significance and were awe-inspiring symbols of authority. Wilkinson's artistic prowess shines through in this railway poster. Having studied art at Portsmouth and Southsea Schools of Art, he became renowned for his marine paintings and went on to design posters for various railway companies. In fact, he organized the Royal Academy series of posters for the London & Midlands Railway (LMR) in 1924. The National Railway Museum has preserved this remarkable piece from their Pictorial Collection. It serves as both a testament to the historical importance of Caernarvon Castle and an exquisite example of early 20th-century railway advertising artistry. Let your imagination wander back in time as you admire this print and envision yourself embarking on a journey through history aboard LMS trains towards this majestic Welsh landmark.
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