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Dovercourt Bay, LNER poster, 1941
Poster produced for London & North Eastern Railway (LNER) to promote rail travel to the coastal resort of Dovercourt Bay, near Harwich in Essex. The poster shows a woman looking down at a panoramic view of the seafront. A man can be seen below waving up at her. Artwork by Daphne Padden
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Discover the charm of yesteryears with our Media Storehouse collection of greeting cards, featuring the stunning "Dovercourt Bay, LNER poster, 1941" from the National Railway Museum. This vintage poster, produced for the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER), invites you to embark on a journey to the picturesque coastal resort of Dovercourt Bay, near Harwich in Essex. The card design transports you back in time, evoking the nostalgic feel of rail travel during the 1940s. Perfect for sending a thoughtful message to friends and family, our high-quality greeting cards are a delightful way to bring a touch of history into your daily life.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.1cm x 12.5cm (5.9" x 4.9")
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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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This vintage print from 1941, titled "Dovercourt Bay" takes us back to a bygone era of rail travel and coastal getaways. Created by the talented artist Daphne Padden for the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER), this poster aimed to entice travelers to visit the picturesque seaside resort near Harwich in Essex. In this charming scene, we see a stylish woman standing on a cliff edge, gazing down at the breathtaking panorama of Dovercourt Bay's seafront. Her elegant attire reflects the fashion trends of that time, adding an air of sophistication to the image. As she admires the view, a man can be seen below waving up at her, perhaps inviting her to join him in exploring all that this idyllic destination has to offer. The artwork beautifully captures both the allure and tranquility of Dovercourt Bay. The vibrant colors and meticulous attention to detail transport us back in time, evoking feelings of nostalgia and wanderlust. It serves as a reminder of how railway posters played an essential role in promoting tourism during those years. Preserved by the National Railway Museum, this print not only showcases Padden's artistic talent but also provides us with a glimpse into our rich cultural heritage. It invites us to imagine ourselves strolling along sandy beaches or enjoying leisurely afternoons under sunny skies – experiences that have long been cherished by visitors flocking to seaside resorts like Dovercourt Bay.
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