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Newly opened Charing Cross Station, London 1864
The newly opened railway terminus of Charing Cross Station, Central London, with the hotel adjoining -- the Eleanor monument is not yet installed in the station yard. Date: 1864
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1864 Adjoining Charing Eleanor Forecourt Installed Newly Opened Terminus Yard
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring the newly opened Charing Cross Station in London, 1864. This intriguing puzzle, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, presents a unique snapshot of Central London's history. Be mesmerized as you piece together this stunning image of the railway terminus, complete with the grand hotel and the station yard, where the iconic Eleanor monument would later be installed. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this challenging yet rewarding puzzle promises an engaging and educational experience.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 50.7cm x 40.3cm (20" x 15.9")
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.
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This photograph captures the newly opened Charing Cross Station in Central London during the 1860s, a pivotal moment in the city's transport history. The grandeur of the Victorian era is palpable in the intricately designed railway terminus, with its ornate architecture and meticulously laid tracks. The station, which first opened its doors to the public in 1864, was a marvel of engineering and design, connecting London to the rest of the country via the railway network. Adjoining the station is a stately hotel, providing weary travelers with a place to rest before embarking on their journeys. The Eleanor monument, a prominent landmark that would later become a signature feature of the station's forecourt, is yet to be installed. The absence of this iconic monument adds an intriguing layer of history to the image, allowing us to imagine the station in its early, unadorned form. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the railway revolutionized travel and transformed the way people connected with one another and explored the world. The opening of Charing Cross Station marked the beginning of a new era in transportation, and this image serves as a testament to the ingenuity and ambition of the Victorian age.
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