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Fine Art Print : Automatic telephone exchange, 1938
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Automatic telephone exchange, 1938
Automatic telephone exchange, 1938. Churchmans cigarette card, from a series titled Modern Wonders [WA & AC Churchman, Great Britain & Ireland, 1938]
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Media ID 14963550
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Automatic Automation Chromolithograph Innovation Invention Operator Telecommunication Telecommunications Telephone Exchange Telephony
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse's vast archive. This captivating image of an Automatic Telephone Exchange from 1938, originally a WA & AC Churchman cigarette card, offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of telecommunications. The intricate details of the exchange's machinery and the atmosphere of the era are beautifully preserved in this vintage photograph. Add a touch of history and character to your space with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse's Heritage Images collection.
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 50.8cm x 36.5cm (20" x 14.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the year 1938, where we witness a remarkable innovation in the field of telecommunications - an automatic telephone exchange. The image showcases a group of dedicated men diligently working at their jobs, surrounded by cutting-edge technology that was considered revolutionary for its time. In this snapshot from history, we see the convergence of science and industry as these skilled workers navigate through an intricate network of wires and switches. Their occupation as operators required precision and expertise to ensure seamless communication between callers. This photograph serves as a testament to their commitment towards advancing telephony during the early 20th century. The concept of automation is vividly portrayed here, with rows upon rows of machinery designed to streamline telephone connections without human intervention. It symbolizes progress and highlights how technology has transformed our lives over time. As we delve into this chromolithograph print from Churchmans cigarette card series titled "Modern Wonders" it becomes evident that this piece captures not only a specific moment in history but also represents an era defined by constant innovation and invention. Let this intriguing glimpse into the past remind us of the tireless efforts made by those who paved the way for modern telecommunications systems. Their dedication laid the foundation for today's interconnected world, making them true pioneers in their profession.
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