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Fine Art Print : Platform 1 at Paddington Station, 1929
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Platform 1 at Paddington Station, 1929
A view of Platform 1 at Paddington Station, London, August 1929. This image shows crowds gathered on the platform with the glass roof above, and station clock and various advertisements on the left
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 413762
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1929 Crowd London Paddington Paddington Station Passengers People Platform Platform 1 Station Summer
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse's Steam Museum of the GWR collection. This captivating image transports you to August 1929, where you can almost hear the hum of activity at Paddington Station, London. Witness the bustling scene on Platform 1, as crowds gather beneath the grand glass roof, taking in the sights of the station clock and various advertisements. A timeless piece for railway enthusiasts and history lovers alike, this Fine Art Print is a must-have for any 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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative photograph taken at Paddington Station in London during the summer of 1929, the hustle and bustle of activity on Platform 1 comes to life. The glass roof, a distinctive feature of the station, casts a warm, inviting glow over the scene, illuminating the platform and creating a sense of energy and anticipation. The platform is filled with a diverse crowd of people, each with their own stories to tell. Some are dressed in their Sunday best, likely on their way to visit family or friends, while others are more casually attired, perhaps traveling for business or pleasure. The platform's benches are filled with passengers, some deep in conversation, others lost in thought as they wait for their train. On the left side of the platform, the iconic station clock towers above the crowd, its hands ticking away the minutes and seconds. Various advertisements adorn the walls, offering glimpses into the products and services of the time. The advertisement for "Bovril" stands out, with its bold red and white colors and promise of "Restoring Vitality." This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when travel by train was an exciting and transformative experience. The crowds on Platform 1 at Paddington Station represent the diverse tapestry of society, each person with their own unique journey to embark on. The glass roof overhead, the station clock, and the advertisements serve as reminders of the past, transporting us back to a time when the world seemed just a little bit smaller, and the possibilities seemed endless.
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