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TRANSPORTATION AD, 1888. Illustration from an American magazine advertisement, 1888

TRANSPORTATION AD, 1888. Illustration from an American magazine advertisement, 1888


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TRANSPORTATION AD, 1888. Illustration from an American magazine advertisement, 1888

TRANSPORTATION AD, 1888.
Illustration from an American magazine advertisement, 1888, depicting a man recommending the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad to another man who had expressed interest in traveling to California

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1888 Advertising Advice Burlington California Chair Chicago Cigarette Coil Conversation Deck Detail Excursion Passenger Pipe Quincy Railroad Reading Rigging Rope Smoke Smoker Traveling Wealthy


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Step into the Future - The Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad

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. Transportation has always been a gateway to new adventures, and this print from 1888 takes us back in time to an era when railroads were the epitome of modernity. In this illustration from an American magazine advertisement, we witness a conversation between two men that holds the promise of exciting journeys. Set against a late 19th-century backdrop, one man passionately recommends the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad to his companion who dreams of traveling to California. Their animated discussion unfolds on deck as they enjoy their pipes and cigarettes, surrounded by fellow passengers dressed in elegant attire. The attention to detail is remarkable – from the intricate rigging above them to the women seated nearby engrossed in reading material. The well-dressed gentlemen exude wealth and sophistication as they discuss their plans for venturing westward. A sense of anticipation fills the air as they envision traversing vast landscapes aboard this renowned railroad. This advertisement captures not only a moment frozen in time but also embodies aspirations for progress and exploration during America's Gilded Age. It serves as a reminder that transportation has always played a pivotal role in connecting people with new opportunities and experiences. Granger Art on Demand brings us this fascinating glimpse into history through its collection of prints like these – transporting us back over a century ago when railroads were at the forefront of innovation and adventure.

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