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Photographic Print : Chief office of the parcel mail 1849
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Chief office of the parcel mail 1849
Mail coaches busy outside the main office in Catherine Street, in the Strand, London. Date: 1846
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Media ID 23045536
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1840s 1846 Busy Carts Catherine Chief Coach Coaches Convey Drawn Loading Luggage Mail Office Parcel Parcels Sorting Strand Transporting Delivery
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print of "Chief Office of the Parcel Mail, 1849" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you to the heart of 19th-century London, where mail coaches line the streets outside the main office in Catherine Street, in the Strand. The hustle and bustle of the busy mail scene offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, making this print an essential addition to any history or vintage-inspired decor. Bring the rich history of the mail system into your home or office and relive the charm of yesteryears with each stunning detail.
High-quality poster prints are available in a range of sizes and are printed on 270 gsm semi-glossy silk finish poster paper. An affordable option for decorating any space, they are perfect for fixing straight onto walls. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.5cm x 22cm (14.8" x 8.7")
Estimated Product Size is 37.5cm x 25cm (14.8" x 9.8")
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 photograph, taken in 1846, offers a glimpse into the bustling activity outside the main office of the parcel mail in Catherine Street, located in the heart of London's Strand. The image, which is not to be confused with a specific mail company, showcases the Chief Office of Parcel Mail during the 1840s, an era marked by the rapid expansion of postal services and the increasing demand for efficient transportation of parcels. The exterior of the building is a hive of activity, with horse-drawn carts and mail coaches lined up, ready to convey the parcels to their respective destinations. The sorting and loading process is underway, with mail carriers diligently working to ensure the timely delivery of each parcel. The scene is a testament to the importance of this mail office in the daily lives of Londoners, as they relied on the swift and reliable transportation of their parcels for both personal and commercial purposes. The photograph captures the essence of the era, with the horse-drawn vehicles, the cobblestone streets, and the imposing facade of the mail office building. The image also highlights the role of transportation in connecting people and communities, as parcels were transported from one end of the city to the other, bridging the gap between friends, family, and businesses. This photograph, which is available as a print from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a fascinating window into the past, offering a unique perspective on the history of mail delivery and transportation in London during the 1840s.
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