PULLMAN: DINING CAR, 1877. Dining at twenty miles an hour west of Chicago in a Pullman hotel car of the transcontinental railroad. Color engraving, 1877
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PULLMAN: DINING CAR, 1877. Dining at twenty miles an hour west of Chicago in a Pullman hotel car of the transcontinental railroad. Color engraving, 1877
PULLMAN: DINING CAR, 1877.
Dining at twenty miles an hour west of Chicago in a Pullman hotel car of the transcontinental railroad. Color engraving, 1877
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Media ID 7503857
1877 Pullman Car Train Car Transcontinental Waiter
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from 1877 takes us back in time to the era of luxurious train travel. The image showcases a Pullman dining car, bustling with activity as it speeds along at twenty miles an hour west of Chicago on the transcontinental railroad. The color engraving beautifully captures the interior of this late American masterpiece, highlighting its opulence and elegance. As we delve into the scene, we are greeted by a well-dressed waiter attending to patrons seated at elegantly set tables. Men dressed in fashionable attire engage in lively conversation while enjoying their meals. This snapshot offers a glimpse into a bygone era when train travel was not just about reaching your destination but also about experiencing luxury and comfort on the journey. The Pullman car itself is a testament to innovation and sophistication, providing passengers with all the amenities one would expect from a high-end hotel. Its plush interiors exude an air of refinement and offer respite from the rigors of long-distance travel. This historical engraving transports us back to America's golden age of railroads, where every aspect of train travel was meticulously designed for maximum comfort and enjoyment. It serves as a reminder that even amidst rapid technological advancements, there will always be something enchanting about reliving moments from our past through artful depictions like this one captured by The Granger Collection in New York.
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