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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
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Discover the charm of the past with our exquisite range of Greeting Cards from Media Storehouse. This particular card features a captivating image of Platform 1 at Paddington Station, London, as it stood in August 1929. Witness the hustle and bustle of the crowd gathered on the platform beneath the grand glass roof, with the station clock and vintage advertisements adding to the authenticity of the scene. Perfect for transport enthusiasts or anyone looking to add a touch of nostalgia to their correspondence, this beautifully designed card is a must-have for your collection.
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.
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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 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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