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Greetings Card : Burnham on Sea, BR poster, 1961
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Burnham on Sea, BR poster, 1961
Poster produced for British Railways (BR) Western Region to promote rail travel to Burnham-on-Sea in Somerset. The poster promotes Burnham as a holiday destination and is illustrated with a smiling, tanned woman in a sundress on the beach. Artwork by an unknown artist. Dimensions: 1016 mm x 635 mm
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Media ID 10016169
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our nostalgic Burnham on Sea Greetings Card from Media Storehouse. This charming design features an original BR poster from the National Railway Museum, produced for British Railways Western Region in 1961. The poster promotes Burnham-on-Sea as a holiday destination and is illustrated with a smiling family enjoying the seaside. Perfect for transporting your loved ones to a bygone era, our Greetings Cards are a thoughtful and unique way to show you care. Send a piece of history with every message.
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 15.6cm x 12.5cm (6.1" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vibrant and nostalgic print takes us back to the summer of 1961, when British Railways (BR) Western Region aimed to entice travelers to the picturesque coastal town of Burnham-on-Sea in Somerset. The poster, skillfully created by an unknown artist, captures the essence of a perfect holiday destination. Measuring at an impressive 1016 mm x 635 mm, this artwork immediately catches your eye with its vivid colors and inviting scene. A smiling woman dressed in a charming sundress stands on the sandy beach, radiating joy as she soaks up the sun's rays. Her tanned complexion reflects days spent enjoying all that Burnham-on-Sea has to offer. The poster serves as a delightful reminder of carefree summers spent by the coast. It showcases Burnham-on-Sea's idyllic beaches and resorts, making it impossible not to yearn for lazy days filled with sandcastles and refreshing dips in the sea. Preserved by the National Railway Museum, this print allows us to appreciate both the artistic talent behind it and its historical significance. It transports us back in time, evoking memories of simpler pleasures and inspiring wanderlust for seaside adventures. Whether you have fond memories of visiting Burnham-on-Sea or simply admire vintage travel posters like this one, this image is sure to bring warmth and nostalgia into any space it graces.
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