Canvas Print : Building Bricks 1925
Canvas Prints From Mary Evans Picture Library
Building Bricks 1925
A child uses alphabet building blocks to build a tower spelling the name of a brand of cigarettes
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 4318003
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10020164
Alphabet Blocks Brand Bricks Build Cigarettes Spelling Toys 1925
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring history to life with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This captivating image, "Building Bricks 1925" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a playful scene of a child constructing a tower with alphabet building blocks, spelling out the name of a vintage brand of cigarettes. Our high-quality canvas prints are not only a stunning addition to any room, but also a conversation starter. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium materials and vibrant colors to bring out the rich details of this classic photograph. Order now and step into the past with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from 1925 captures a child engrossed in building a tower using alphabet building blocks. What makes this scene particularly intriguing is that the child is spelling out the name of a well-known brand of cigarettes with the blocks. The juxtaposition of innocence and consumerism in this image is both fascinating and slightly unsettling, offering a glimpse into the culture and advertising practices of the time.
The carefully constructed tower stands as a testament to both the child's creativity and dexterity, as well as to the power of branding and marketing in shaping our everyday lives. It serves as a reminder of how even seemingly mundane childhood activities can be influenced by larger societal forces.
As we gaze upon this historical photograph, we are transported back to an era where toys were not just playthings, but also tools for learning about language, commerce, and social norms. The intricate details of each brick and block tell a story of craftsmanship and imagination, while also hinting at deeper layers of meaning beneath their surface.
In essence, this image encapsulates a moment frozen in time – one that invites us to reflect on the ways in which our past experiences shape our present realities. It challenges us to consider how something as simple as building bricks can carry profound implications for our understanding of history, identity, and culture.
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