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Original Vintage Oxford GWR Railway Poster Oxford University Church Classic Cars

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Original vintage railway poster published by GWR Great Western Railway featuring a stunning sketch illustration by Fred Taylor (1875-1963) of the Oxford University Church of St Mary the Virgin depicting people walking by the trees and grand historic architecture of spires, pillars and statues with Classic cars and people riding bicycles on the High Street. Printed by John Waddington Ltd Leeds and London. Large size. Horizontal. Good condition, staining in margin, restored creasing in margin, backed on linen.
  • Creator:
    Fred Taylor (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40.16 in (102 cm)Width: 50.01 in (127 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920s
  • Condition:
    Good condition, staining in margin, restored creasing in margin, backed on linen.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1012614725322

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