Flying Scotsman Railway Poster Metal Wall Sign (4 Sizes)
National Railway Museum, The Flying Scotsman Railway Poster from the Mid 20th Century. First built in Doncaster in 1923 and numbered 4472 The Flying Scotsman had quite a journey in its lifetime. Travelling the globe on special visits and once the staple of the London to Edinburgh route on the LNER line, even pulling the famous orient express pullman. It started life painted BR green, then black during world war two, and even blue. Currently it's been restored back to its classic apple green colour. British Rail took over the lines in 1948 and adopted the number 60103.
Often regarded as the golden age of train travel, these travel posters are familiar to generations of train travellers across the UK. Most of these artworks encouraged families to explore the United Kingdom via train. Specially commissioned artists, such as Ronald Lampitt, Norman Wilkinson and Frank Henry Mason, produced beautiful British Rail Travel Posters for all of the major towns and cities across the UK. This Flying Scotsman wall art illustrates the train stationed at Kings Cross, ready for its next journey, non stop to Edinburgh. Our replica vintage advertising sign is a perfect gift for a railway enthusiast or collector of vintage advertising.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Your Flying Scotsman Railway Poster Sign will come with pre drilled holes in each corner for easy fixing. We recommend that your Metal Wall Art is suitable for Indoor hanging (preferably out of direct sunlight) or in a shaded area outside. These signs are NOT UV treated, but you can apply a suitable UV resistant spray post purchase to prolong it's vibrant colours for a longer period of time ( available from most DIY stores and online ), check out our special Blog for more information. Signs placed in direct sunlight will naturally fade over time. However, placing your sign in the right place will ensure years of happy viewing. Please contact us if you have any questions regarding this, and we will be happy to offer advice.
Size Guide :
Small : 150mm x 200mm : Weight : 160 grams
Large : 300mm x 400mm: Weight : 700 grams
Jumbo : 500mm x 700mm : Weight : 2400 grams
Super Jumbo : 700mm x 1000mm : Weight : 3750 grams
