A 1940s painting by Eric Ravilious has been named as the best loved railway artwork in the UK.
Train Landscape shows the chalk white horse of Westbury in Wiltshire, as viewed through the window of a third-class carriage.
The painting is now part of the collection at the Aberdeen Art Gallery and Museums and is now on public display.
The second most popular artwork was the evocative ‘Rain, Steam and Speed’ by J.M.W Turner and the third most popular choice was ‘Service by Night’ by David Shepherd (1931-2017).
‘Congratulations to Eric Ravilious’s ‘Train Landscape’ as our nation’s favourite railway artwork. This evocative watercolour invites us all to experience a railway journey through an artist’s eye, capturing a uniquely British perspective that resonates today. Art offers us a powerful way to engage with our past and this selection of artworks tell the unique story of Britain’s relationship with railways over 200 years. In the year of Railway 200, I encourage everyone to explore these magnificent works and find inspiration from our shared cultural heritage.’
Heritage Minister Baroness Twycross
