Glasgow: Scotland's Industrial Heart – Vintage Travel Poster

A nostalgic celebration of Glasgow's proud industrial legacy in classic mid-century railway-poster style. This evocative A3 artwork captures the city's iconic skyline rising above the River Clyde: the towering neo-Gothic spire of Glasgow Cathedral dominates the right, while on the left the colossal red lattice structure of the Finnieston Crane (the famous "Stobcross Crane") looms dramatically over the water. A vintage paddle steamer glides past in the foreground, smoke curling from its tall funnels, and a classic steam locomotive crosses the arched bridge in the mid-ground, linking old Glasgow with its shipbuilding and engineering heritage.

The scene is rendered in a warm, limited palette of teal-greens, rusty oranges, deep navy blues and golden ochres, with subtle aged-paper distressing that gives it authentic 1930s–1950s travel-poster character. Bold, elegant typography at the top declares “GLASGOW” in commanding navy with orange outlines, while the lower banner proudly states “SCOTLAND’S INDUSTRIAL HEART” above the inviting call “VISIT BY RAIL” flanked by the classic British Railways roundel.

Printed on premium 200gsm matte art paper (A3 – 297 × 420 mm), the colours are rich and nostalgic with that perfect vintage warmth, and the luxurious velvet matte finish eliminates glare while lending the print a high-quality, gallery-ready feel.

Ideal for Glaswegians, Scotland enthusiasts, industrial history fans, railway lovers, or anyone who appreciates the grit, grandeur and shipbuilding soul of the Dear Green Place. Hang it in your living room, hallway, office, pub snug or man cave and let it remind you of Glasgow’s unbreakable spirit every day – built strong, still standing tall.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE BUNTING FLAGS WATERMARK DOES NOT APPEAR ON FINAL PRINT. FRAME NOT INCLUDED