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One sheet This is a vintage travel poster titled "DELFT VIA HARWICH", designed by the renowned British poster artist Frank Newbould (1887–1951) for the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER) in the 1920s or 1930s.
Poster Highlights & Artwork
• Depicted Landmark: The illustration showcases the Oostpoort (Eastern Gate) in Delft, the Netherlands, which is the only remaining city gate in the historic town.
• Artist Signature: Signed in the bottom right corner of the illustration with "FRANK NEWBOULD / Delft."
• Scene Details: The artwork captures everyday Dutch life in Newbould's signature bold, flat-color lithographic style, featuring a dog-drawn milk cart, local residents in traditional attire, and a canal view through the brick archway.
Historical & Travel Context
• Route: The poster advertises rail-and-ferry connections from Britain (departing from Liverpool Street Station in London or Hull) via the port of Harwich to the Netherlands.
• Ferry Services: Travelers could choose between the daytime ferry to Flushing (Vlissingen) or the overnight crossing to The Hook (Hook of Holland).
• Promotional Appeal: The text highlights "Cheaper Holidays in Holland," noting a "more favourable rate of exchange," "reduced fares," "moderate hotel prices," and "8-day rail season tickets" aimed at enticing British tourists during the interwar period. |
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