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Antikbar One sheet railroad poster, travel, Transportation
vintage railway poster titled "Live in Surrey Free from Worry", which was commissioned by the Southern Railway in 1934. The artwork was created by the British artist and designer F. Gregory Brown (1887-1941).
Poster Details
Purpose: The poster was part of a campaign by the Southern Railway to encourage people living in London to move to new housing estates in Surrey, highlighting the fast and frequent electric train services available from London.
Artwork: It features a colourful illustration of a picturesque, peaceful street with houses and a clock tower, viewed through the foliage of large chestnut trees, promoting an idyllic lifestyle in the country that is "free from worry".
Medium: The original posters are colour lithographs and typically measure around 101.5 x 63 cm (approx. 39½ x 25 inches).
Printer: It was printed by McCorquodale and Co Ltd, London.
Collectability: Original vintage posters are available for sale from various art and antique dealers, while modern high-quality prints are also widely available for purchase. |
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