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Through Trucks to & from the Continent... LNER poster, 1930
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Through Trucks to & from the Continent... LNER poster, 1930
Through Trucks to & from the Continent via Harwich - Zeebrugge. Poster produced for the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER), showing a ferry full of freight wagons, sailing between Harwich and Zeebrugge. Artwork by Gawthorne. Printed by Adams & Co and Shardlow Ltd, London & Leicester
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This vintage print, titled "Through Trucks to & from the Continent. . . LNER poster, 1930" takes us back in time to an era of bustling trade and maritime adventures. Created for the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER), this exquisite artwork showcases a magnificent ferry adorned with freight wagons, gracefully navigating the waters between Harwich and Zeebrugge. The artist Gawthorne masterfully captures the essence of this cross-continental journey, highlighting the seamless connection between trains and boats as they transport cargo across the English Channel. The vibrant colors and intricate details bring life to this scene, evoking a sense of excitement and anticipation for those embarking on these voyages. Printed by Adams & Co and Shardlow Ltd in London & Leicester, this poster serves as a testament to both artistic craftsmanship and technological advancements of its time. It symbolizes not only the efficient transportation system established by LNER but also represents an important chapter in our history when international trade flourished through such connections. Preserved within National Railway Museum's Pictorial Collection, this print offers a glimpse into an era where trains met boats at harbors like Harwich - Zeebrugge. As we admire its beauty today, let us appreciate how it encapsulates the spirit of exploration that has shaped our world throughout centuries past.
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