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Fine Art Print : GWR Third Class sleeping car, 1946
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GWR Third Class sleeping car, 1946
A male passenger is having his morning tea delivered to him in one of the GWRs third class sleeping car compartments. The attentant delivering the tea stayed in the carriage and assisted the needs of the passengers
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 15384838
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1940s 1946 Carriage Sleeper Sleeping Car Waiter
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a captivating scene from the Steam Museum of the GWR. Witness the daily routine of travel in the bygone era of the 1940s, as a male passenger enjoys his morning tea in the cozy confines of a GWR Third Class sleeping car compartment. The attendant, ever attentive, delivers the steam-heated beverage right in the carriage. This evocative print is a must-have for rail enthusiasts and history buffs, bringing the rich heritage of the GWR to your home or office.
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 50.8cm x 35.6cm (20" x 14")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR, we are transported back to 1946, where a glimpse into the world of train travel reveals a unique blend of comfort and service. The image showcases a male passenger in one of the GWR's third-class sleeping car compartments, enjoying his morning tea delivered right to his bedside. As he reclines on his cozy bed within the well-appointed carriage, our attention is drawn to an attentive waiter who remains inside the compartment while ensuring that all passengers' needs are met. This dedicated attendant embodies the essence of personalized service that was once synonymous with rail travel. The scene encapsulates an era when train journeys were not just about reaching destinations but also about experiencing luxury and convenience along the way. It reminds us of a time when travelers could relax and unwind in their private compartments while being attended to by courteous staff members like this diligent waiter. The photograph captures not only a moment frozen in time but also serves as a testament to how railway companies such as GWR strived to provide exceptional experiences for their passengers. It offers us a nostalgic glimpse into an era long gone—a reminder that even amidst technological advancements, there will always be something enchanting about retracing history through these evocative images.
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