1973 Bands in the Park Poster, London Underground, Military Brass Band, London Parks, by Ronald Glendening, The Tube, travel wall art decor

This original Tube (London Underground) poster "Bands in the park" shows a vibrant outdoor scene with a military brass band performing under a bandstand. The musicians are dressed in distinctive red uniforms with blue and gold accents, playing various instruments including trumpets, trombones, and a tuba. The style is painterly, with visible brushstrokes and bright colors, capturing the lively atmosphere of a public concert.

Text reads: Military, brass or silver band music is a traditional bonus for those who stroll in London's parks - usually a free bonus, for this brazen Muse is difficult to limit to the confines of a few rows of paid-for chairs. But in any case an hour at your ease will cost no more than a few pence. Almost anywhere in Central London, at weekday lunch-times or on weekend afternoons, you may find yourself within reach of music cheerful in the open air, professionally accomplished, and often gratifyingly more Poet than Peasant...Hyde Park, Hyde Park Corner Sunday afternoons and evenings Underground or bus to Hyde Park Corner Kensington Gardens Round Pond. Sunday afternoons Underground to High Street Kensington Buses to Palace Gate. St. James's Park Mondays to Saturdays, lunch-times and early evenings Underground or bus to Trafalgar Square King George VI Steps, The Mall Sunday afternoons Underground or bus to Piccadilly Circus or Trafalgar Sq. Regent's Park, near Baker Street Sunday afternoons and evenings Underground or bus to Baker Street.
Nearest Station: Hyde Park, St James Park, Kensington High Street, Green park
Artist: Ronald Glendening
Printed by: Waterlow London 673/1312M/4000
Dimensions: 40 in x 25 in (102 cm x 64 cm)

The London Underground (also known simply as the Underground or by its nickname the Tube) is a rapid transit system serving Greater London and some parts of the adjacent home counties of Buckinghamshire, Essex and Hertfordshire in England. The Underground has its origins in the Metropolitan Railway, opening on 10 January 1863 as the world's first underground passenger railway. The Metropolitan is now part of the Circle, District, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines. The first line to operate underground electric traction trains, the City & South London Railway in 1890, is now part of the Northern line.

Ronald Glendening (1927-1996) was a British artist and illustrator known for his colorful and engaging works. He created numerous designs for London Transport, contributing to the rich tradition of their commissioned poster art. His style often featured lively scenes and a distinctive use of color, aiming to attract the public to various leisure activities and destinations accessible by London's public transport network.

Because of the age of these posters, there are areas of wear and tear, particularly on the edges. I have done my best to take photos where they are torn or stained. The good news is that when framed, the tears press up well against glass, and edges can be hidden by mats. Any wear picked up from years are part of the vintage charm.

When framed these colourful and detailed posters, with vibrant colours can become a centre piece for any room, to remind us of a simpler time.

These posters are sent as unframed. They will be delivered in a cardboard tube for protection.

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