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Fine Art Print : Female stewardess, 1917
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Female stewardess, 1917
A Dining Car Waitress in her crisp white apron stands in the doorway of dining car No. 9546 on Platform 2, Paddington Station in 1917. Rail travel during the war was not just restricted to essential journeys. Travel for pleasure continued according to Mr Guy Calthrop, General Manager of the London and North Western Railway, who was asked to represent all of the railway companies before the Man Power Distribution Board. In his report of October 1916 Mr Calthrop stated that there is an enormous amount of " joy-riding" on railways at the present time ; and facilities such as on-board dining for long journeys were as integral to the service the GWR offered its customers as before the war began
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 8500781
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
Female First World War Paddington Woman Dining Car Stewardess
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a captivating image of a female stewardess from the Steam Museum of the GWR. This stunning photograph, taken in 1917 at Paddington Station, showcases a dining car waitress in her pristine white apron standing in the doorway of dining car No. 9546. With her welcoming smile and crisp uniform, she embodies the elegance and grace of a bygone era. Bring this piece of history into your home and add a touch of vintage charm to your decor. Order now and relive the magic of the golden age of rail travel.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from 1917, we catch a glimpse of a female stewardess standing proudly in the doorway of dining car No. 9546 on Platform 2 at Paddington Station. Dressed in her crisp white apron, she exudes elegance and professionalism as she serves passengers during the tumultuous times of World War I. While rail travel was primarily reserved for essential journeys during the war, Mr Guy Calthrop, General Manager of the London and North Western Railway, emphasized that pleasure travel continued to thrive. In his report of October 1916, he highlighted the significant amount of "joy-riding" taking place on railways at that time. The GWR (Great Western Railway) understood the importance of providing exceptional service to its customers even amidst wartime constraints. On-board dining facilities were integral to their commitment to passenger satisfaction before and throughout the war. This photograph captures not only a moment frozen in time but also represents an era when rail travel offered respite from daily hardships. It reminds us that even during challenging times like World War I, people sought moments of joy and escape through leisurely journeys across picturesque landscapes. Preserved by STEAM Museum of the GWR, this image allows us to appreciate both the dedication and resilience displayed by railway staff who served with grace and dignity while ensuring passengers experienced comfort and enjoyment along their travels.
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