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Taxi cabs - Electric, 1897 (engraving)

560278 Taxi cabs - Electric, 1897 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Taxi cabs - Electric. From Punch, 2 October 1897. Walter Bersey; Electrical cab); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Media ID 23491778

© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images

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This print takes us back to the year 1897, showcasing a groundbreaking innovation in transportation - electric taxi cabs. The engraving, created by an anonymous English School artist from the 19th century, captures the essence of this modern marvel. In a time when horse-drawn carriages still dominated the streets of London, these electric taxis represented a glimpse into the future. The image showcases rows of sleek and stylish green cabs lined up on bustling city streets. With their cutting-edge technology powered by electricity, they offered a cleaner and more efficient mode of transport. The significance of this momentous invention is not lost as we admire this historical artwork. It symbolizes progress and human ingenuity at its finest. These electric taxis were not just vehicles; they embodied a shift towards embracing new technologies that would shape our world for years to come. As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back in time to witness how innovation can transform societies. It serves as a reminder that even in the late 19th century, people were already envisioning ways to make travel more sustainable and environmentally friendly. This remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images encapsulates an era where electricity met transportation head-on, paving the way for modern-day public cab services that continue to revolutionize urban mobility worldwide.

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