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Photographic Print : Passengers using Shillibeers omnibus, London, 1829
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Passengers using Shillibeers omnibus, London, 1829
View of passengers using Shillibeers omnibus, London, 1829. The omnibus ran from Paddington to Bank
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Media ID 15172916
© London Metropolitan Archives (City of London) / Heritage-Images
Coachman Footman Omnibus Passenger Passengers Horse Drawn Vehicle
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's exquisite collection of historical photographic prints. This stunning image captures the hustle and bustle of 19th-century London, as passengers board a Shillibeers omnibus at Paddington Station. Experience the thrill of early transportation history as you bring this captivating moment into your home or office. Order now and relive the past with our premium-quality, museum-grade prints from Heritage Images.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this lithograph from 19th century London, we are transported back in time to witness the bustling streets and innovative transportation of the era. The image showcases a vibrant scene of passengers utilizing Shillibeers omnibus, a revolutionary mode of transport that connected Paddington to Bank. The vivid colors and decorative details bring to life the excitement and novelty surrounding this horse-drawn vehicle. As we observe closely, we see people from all walks of life eagerly boarding the omnibus - men in top hats and women adorned in elegant dresses. The coachman skillfully handles the reins while a footman assists with loading luggage onto the roof. This lithograph not only captures a moment frozen in time but also reflects an important shift in society's relationship with travel and mobility. It highlights how road transport was evolving as an essential part of daily life for both work and leisure purposes. As anonymous figures engage with this new form of transportation, it becomes clear that professions such as driver or footman were emerging alongside these advancements. This print serves as a testament to their crucial roles within this ever-changing landscape. Preserved by Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, this historical artifact reminds us of our ancestors' eagerness for progress while offering us a glimpse into their world filled with anticipation for what lay ahead on their journey through bustling London streets.
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