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Bath - The Georgian City, BR poster, 1950
Poster produced by British Railways (BR) to promote rail travel to Bath, North East Somerset. The poster shows a view of the Pump Room, part of the baths built by the Romans who were drawn to Bath, which they named Aquae Sulis, because of its unique natural hot springs. In the 18th century, Bath was the most fashionable resort in England. Artwork by Claude Buckle (1905-1973), who originally trained as an architect, but later turned to pictorial art. He painted in both oil and watercolour and was a prolific poster artist for Great Western Railway (GWR) and BR. Much of his original poster artwork is held at the National Railway Museum
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Bath - The Georgian City, BR poster, 1950. This stunning vintage poster, part of the National Railway Museum's Pictorial Collection, invites you to experience the elegance and charm of Bath as it was promoted by British Railways in the 1950s. Featuring a captivating image of the Pump Room, a historic landmark built by the Romans, this print is a must-have for art enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone who appreciates the beauty of the past. Bring a piece of railway history and the enchanting city of Bath into your home or office with this beautiful Fine Art Print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 49.8cm x 40.6cm (19.6" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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Step back in time with this vintage print of Bath - The Georgian City. Produced by British Railways (BR) in 1950, this poster captures the essence of a bygone era and promotes rail travel to the historic city of Bath, North East Somerset. The artwork, created by Claude Buckle, showcases the magnificent Pump Room, an iconic symbol of Bath's rich history. Built by the Romans who were captivated by its natural hot springs, they named it Aquae Sulis. In the 18th century, Bath became England's most fashionable resort and attracted visitors from all over. Buckle's talent as both an architect and a painter shines through in this piece. His meticulous attention to detail brings out the grandeur and elegance that defined Bath during its Georgian heyday. With his mastery of oil and watercolour techniques, he expertly captures every nuance of light and shade. This print is not just a beautiful work of art; it also serves as a window into our past. It reminds us of the allure that drew people to visit these Roman baths centuries ago and continues to enchant tourists today. Preserved at the National Railway Museum, this piece is part of Buckle's extensive collection showcasing his contributions as a prolific poster artist for Great Western Railway (GWR) and BR. Own a piece of history with this mesmerizing print that transports you back to an era when rail travel was at its peak and Bath was truly "The Georgian City. "
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