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Fine Art Print : Office work. D M Gant, turf accountant BL_20490_03
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Office work. D M Gant, turf accountant BL_20490_03
An interior view of a crowded office. D M Gant was a turf accountant based at 25 Conduit Street, London. Photographed by Adolphe Augustus Boucher, a photographer for Bedford Lemere & Co, 1 April 1909
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Media ID 489218
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of D M Gant's Office from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, taken by Adolphe Augustus Boucher for Bedford Lemere in 1909, offers a glimpse into the bustling world of a turf accountant's office at 25 Conduit Street, London. Experience the unique charm of historic England through this stunning photograph from our Fine Art Prints range. Perfect for adding character and depth to any space, this print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 49.2cm x 40.6cm (19.4" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph, titled BL_20490_03, captures the bustling atmosphere of D.M. Gant's office at 25 Conduit Street in London during the Edwardian era. The image, taken by renowned photographer Adolphe Augustus Boucher for Bedford Lemere & Co on 1 April 1909, offers a glimpse into the daily workings of a turf accountant's office at the turn of the 20th century. The photograph reveals a crowded room filled with men intently focused on their tasks. Gant, the turf accountant, can be seen seated at his desk, surrounded by stacks of papers and ledgers. His expression suggests a man in deep thought, perhaps analyzing betting data or calculating odds for the day's races. The room is filled with the soft hum of conversation and the rhythmic sound of pens scratching against paper. The atmosphere is both professional and communal, with colleagues collaborating and sharing information. The room is bathed in the warm, natural light filtering in from the windows, casting long shadows and creating an intriguing interplay of light and dark. The overall effect is one of industry, focus, and camaraderie. The photograph is a fascinating window into the past, offering a glimpse into the world of turf accounting during an era when horse racing was a popular pastime and a significant cultural phenomenon. It serves as a reminder of the importance of record-keeping and analysis in the world of finance and business, even in the context of an industry as seemingly frivolous as horse racing.
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