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Main office / reception room at the Mutual Film Co. with secretary at desk
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Main office / reception room at the Mutual Film Co. with secretary at desk
5671596 Main office/reception room at the Mutual Film Co. with secretary at desk, people at a table reading, and portraits on wall, New York, 1918 (b/w photo) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); Museum of the City of New York, USA; eMuseum of the City of New York; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23272408
© Museum of the City of New York / Bridgeman Images
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This photograph captures the essence of the bustling Main office/reception room at the Mutual Film Co. in New York City, circa 1918. The image showcases a snapshot of early cinema history, providing a glimpse into the inner workings of one of America's pioneering film companies. In this busy scene, we see a secretary diligently seated at her desk, immersed in her work. Surrounding her are individuals engrossed in reading materials spread across a nearby table, perhaps discussing scripts or reviewing industry news. Portraits adorning the walls pay homage to influential figures within the motion picture industry. The atmosphere exudes an air of excitement and innovation that characterized this era in American entertainment history. As Broadway buzzes just outside these walls, this space serves as both a hub for creativity and business enterprise. Preserved through time by gelatin silver print photography techniques employed by Byron Company (fl. 1890-1942), this remarkable piece offers us an invaluable window into early cinema culture and social history. Displayed proudly within the Museum of the City of New York, this print from Fine Art Finder invites viewers to immerse themselves in an era when movies were still finding their voice but already shaping popular culture on both national and international stages.
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