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Poster Print : Electric signals on Wimbledon-Sutton line, 1930
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Electric signals on Wimbledon-Sutton line, 1930
Southern Railway three-car suburban unit 1629 forms the rear of a commuter train
The Royal Air Force Museum is Britain's only national museum dedicated wholly to aviation
Media ID 1530321
© Charles Brown Collection, Royal Air Force Museum
Interwar Railways Transport Travel
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Print featuring the Electric signals on the Wimbledon-Sutton line in 1930, captured by the renowned photographer Charles E Brown from the Royal Air Force Museum. This vintage image showcases a Southern Railway three-car suburban unit, numbered 1629, at the rear of a commuter train. Add a touch of nostalgia to your home or office decor with this beautifully detailed and authentic print, a must-have for railway enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
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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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, taken by Charles E. Brown of the Royal Air Force in 1930, we are transported back in time to the interwar era of rail travel in Britain. The scene captures the electric signals and three-car suburban unit 1629 of the Southern Railway, forming the rear of a commuter train on the Wimbledon-Sutton line. The image exudes a sense of nostalgia and tranquility, with the train gliding smoothly through the lush, green countryside. The electric signals, standing tall against the overcast sky, are a testament to the technological advancements of the time, ensuring the safe and efficient passage of the train. The Southern Railway's three-car suburban unit 1629, with its distinctive livery and streamlined design, epitomizes the elegance and sophistication of rail travel during this period. The train's windows reflect the surrounding landscape, creating a mirror image of the world outside, as if inviting us to step aboard and join the journey. The photograph also offers a glimpse into the daily lives of commuters during the interwar years. The train is filled with passengers, some engrossed in their reading material, while others gaze out of the windows, lost in thought or simply enjoying the view. The scene is a poignant reminder of the role that railways played in connecting communities and facilitating travel, long before the advent of modern modes of transportation. Charles E. Brown's photograph is a precious document of a bygone era, capturing the essence of rail travel during the interwar years and offering a glimpse into the past. It serves as a reminder of the romance and allure of the railway, and the enduring appeal of the simple pleasure of traveling by train.
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