This captivating print portrays Charles Melville Hays, the influential American-Canadian railway executive who served as the President of the Grand Trunk Railway from 1909 until his tragic passing in the Titanic disaster in 1912. Hays was renowned for his ambitious expansion initiatives that transformed the Canadian railway landscape, connecting remote regions and facilitating economic growth. The artwork, created on bright beige paper, features sweeping overdrawn lines and subtle colors, evoking a sense of movement and elegance that reflects Hays' dynamic spirit. With a unique perspective and careful hatching, the portrait captures his essence in a way that is both striking and intimate. The use of white chalk highlights lends a soft luminosity to the piece, while the interplay of bright and dark elements creates a vibrant visual rhythm. Ideal as a thoughtful gift or as an exquisite addition to your own interior decor, this print not only celebrates a key figure in railway history but also serves as a stunning piece of contemporary art that invites admiration and reflection.
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The picture came out very beautiful, nicely framed. Great communication from seller. Thank you!The picture came out very beautiful, nicely framed. Great communication from seller. Thank you! HidePosted on
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Really unique, beautiful city map. Anxious to get it framed. Well packaged, quick shipment, good seller, thanks!Really unique, beautiful city map. Anxious to get it framed. Well packaged, quick shipment, good seller, thanks! HidePosted on
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Erik BVerified Etsy Customer -
So ein tolles Bild, die Farben sind sehr leuchtend und alles kam schnell und gut verpackt an.So ein tolles Bild, die Farben sind sehr leuchtend und alles kam schnell und gut verpackt an. HidePosted on
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Looks great with our other city art!Looks great with our other city art! HidePosted on
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Received quickly. What I ordered is good quality and looked exactly like what I saw online.Received quickly. What I ordered is good quality and looked exactly like what I saw online. HidePosted on
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The photo is perfect! It is exactly what I wanted. The shipping was also fast. I am impressed.The photo is perfect! It is exactly what I wanted. The shipping was also fast. I am impressed. HidePosted on
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I loved that they were able to make a personalised poster for me, with the exact coordinates I wanted to have!I loved that they were able to make a personalised poster for me, with the exact coordinates I wanted to have! HidePosted on
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We collect local maps. Most of them are on our front stairs. When I saw this I knew I needed it for our finished back hallway. T... Read MoreWe collect local maps. Most of them are on our front stairs. When I saw this I knew I needed it for our finished back hallway. The color worked perfectly. 2 Thumbs up. v HidePosted on
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A contemporary take on Emily Bronte. An enchanting image.,A contemporary take on Emily Bronte. An enchanting image., HidePosted on
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Great piece of art. Love it. Gonna be a great giftGreat piece of art. Love it. Gonna be a great gift HidePosted on
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