
4 0 c m
27cm
actual image size: 19cm x 32cm
Description
Poster produced for North Eastern Railway (NER) to promote travel on the railway's routes. This poster is one of a series devoted to historic monuments in North East England and shows a view of the ruins of Lindisfarne Abbey on Holy Island, which dates from the 11th century. Artwork by Frank Henry Mason (1876-1965), who was educated at HMS Conway and spent time at sea. He painted marine and coastal subjects and was involved in engineering and shipbuilding. He designed posters for several railway companies.
Image Details
Image Ref.
10174650
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