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Chichester
One Sheet vintage
British Railways travel poster for Chichester, the county town of West Sussex. Created by artist Claude Henry Buckle in 1955, the artwork features two prominent local landmarks: the Tudor Market Cross in the foreground and the spire of Chichester Cathedral in the background.
Poster Details

Artist: Claude Henry Buckle RI, RSMA (1905–1973), who was known for his "wet oil" technique and architectural training.
Subject Matter: The poster depicts a everyday street scene where a couple is talking to a policeman, while a man sits within the Market Cross reading a newspaper.
Architecture: The Market Cross is constructed from beautiful Caen stone.
Original Purpose: Commissioned by British Railways (Southern Region) to promote rail travel to Chichester.
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