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Horse Drawn Omnibus
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Horse Drawn Omnibus
circa 1885: A horse bus in a country lane on a journey from Penzance to Land's End, Cornwall is carrying passengers inside and outside on top. A horse-bus or horse-drawn omnibus was a large, enclosed, and sprung horse-drawn vehicle used for passenger transport before the introduction of motor vehicles.
(Photo by Rischgitz/Getty Images)
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Rischgitz
Media ID 32059081
Coach And Horses Format Landscape Road Transport Vehicle
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This print takes us back in time to the year 1885, capturing a horse-drawn omnibus on its journey from Penzance to Land's End in Cornwall, England. The picturesque country lane serves as the backdrop for this remarkable scene of transportation history. The horse bus, with its large and enclosed structure, accommodates passengers both inside and outside on top. This mode of transport was widely used before the advent of motor vehicles, providing a comfortable and efficient means of travel across Europe's roads. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see men and women eagerly boarding the omnibus, dressed in their period attire. The coachman skillfully handles his horses as they pull the vehicle along the scenic route. It is an image that evokes nostalgia for a bygone era when horsepower literally meant relying on these majestic animals for mobility. The landscape format enhances our view of this historical moment captured by Rischgitz/Getty Images. The attention to detail brings out every nuance - from the intricate design of the coach itself to each individual passenger taking part in this shared experience. As we admire this extraordinary piece from Fine Art Storehouse's collection, let us appreciate not only its aesthetic value but also recognize it as a testament to human ingenuity and adaptability throughout centuries past.
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