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Poster Print : Platform 8 at Paddington Station, 1905
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Platform 8 at Paddington Station, 1905
Arrival of an Ocean Mail Special from Plymouth. Staff unload mail from carriages to horse drawn Royal Mail vans ready for delivery
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 413769
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1900s Mail Paddington Post Staff Station Royal Mail
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Discover the rich history of transportation with our stunning "Platform 8 at Paddington Station, 1905" poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, in partnership with the STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway. This captivating image transports you back in time to witness the arrival of an Ocean Mail Special from Plymouth. Observe the dedicated staff as they unload mail from the carriages to the horse-drawn Royal Mail vans, ready for delivery. Add this vintage masterpiece to your home or office to ignite conversation and inspire a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 20.5cm (11.9" x 8.1")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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 print takes us back to the bustling Platform 8 at Paddington Station in the year 1905. The scene is alive with activity as an Ocean Mail Special from Plymouth arrives, heralding a momentous occasion for both staff and passengers alike. In this snapshot of history, we witness the dedicated staff unloading mail from carriages onto horse-drawn Royal Mail vans, ready for swift delivery across the nation. The image exudes a sense of urgency and efficiency as workers meticulously handle sacks upon sacks of mail, ensuring its timely distribution to eager recipients. It serves as a testament to the vital role that postal services played during this era when communication relied heavily on physical letters and packages. The architecture of Paddington Station stands tall in the background, evoking a sense of grandeur and sophistication that was characteristic of railway stations in the early 1900s. This photograph captures not only a specific moment but also encapsulates an entire era defined by technological advancements and societal changes. Preserved within STEAM Museum of GWR's collection, this print offers viewers a glimpse into an important aspect of our past – one where human ingenuity combined with transportation systems revolutionized how we connect with one another through written correspondence.
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