Framed Print : Charing Cross Forecourt
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Charing Cross Forecourt
The forecourt of Charing Cross station on the Strand, London, with horse-drawn hackney cabs lined up waiting for fares Date: 1890s
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Media ID 14274575
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Cabs Charing Drawn Fares Forecourt Hackney Lined Strand Waiting
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Bring the historic charm of London's Charing Cross Forecourt into your home with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring an enchanting image of horse-drawn hackney cabs lined up on the Strand, this stunning print hails from the 1890s and is sourced from the extensive archive of Mary Evans Prints Online. Each Framed Print is meticulously crafted with a high-quality matte finish and elegant frame, ensuring a captivating display that adds character and charm to any room. Transport yourself back in time with this evocative piece of history.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time with this image of Charing Cross Forecourt, captured in the 1890s. Located on the Strand in London, Charing Cross Station was a hub of transportation activity during the late Victorian era. The forecourt, filled with a line of horse-drawn hackney cabs, showcases the traditional mode of transportation that once dominated the streets of London. The grand architecture of the station building, with its intricate details and ornate design, stands proudly in the background. The building's clock tower, a distinctive feature of Charing Cross Station, can be seen towering above the cabs and adding to the sense of history and tradition. The hackney cabs, with their polished surfaces and neatly arranged seats, were a common sight on the forecourt, waiting patiently for passengers to hail them down. The horses, harnessed and ready to go, display a calm and patient demeanor, as if they have been a part of this daily routine for years. The hustle and bustle of activity on the forecourt is palpable, with passengers coming and going, porters loading and unloading luggage, and cab drivers calling out for fares. The energy and excitement of the scene is captured perfectly in this photograph, transporting us back to a time when travel was an adventure and the world was a much smaller place. This photograph is a testament to the rich history of transportation in Britain and London, and a reminder of the importance of preserving the past for future generations to enjoy and learn from. The image is a must-have for anyone with an interest in history, transportation, or London's fascinating past.
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