Fine Art Print : Composing and Retouching at printing works
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Composing and Retouching at printing works
Composing and Retouching Studio at the Lund Humphries Printing works in Bradford. Photograph by Heinz Zinram
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Boards Coats Composing Composition Desks Employees Heinz Humphries Laboratory Lund Plates Precision Printers Retouching Staff Touching Work Place Zinram Retouch
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless beauty of our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of 'Composing and Retouching' at the Lund Humphries Printing works by Heinz Zinram, exclusively available through Rights Managed at Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the artistry and craftsmanship as masterful retouchers meticulously compose each print, bringing historical and contemporary works to life. Add a touch of history and elegance to your home or office with these museum-quality prints, expertly printed on premium paper to ensure lasting brilliance.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 45.8cm (16" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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 evocative photograph by Heinz Zinram captures the meticulous process of composing and retouching at the Lund Humphries Printing Works in Bradford, England, circa 1950s. The Composing and Retouching Studio was a vital part of the printing industry's production line, where skilled employees worked in close collaboration to ensure the highest quality output. In the foreground, we see an employee carefully adjusting and aligning printing plates on a composing board, a laborious and precise task that required great attention to detail. The plates, coated with a thin layer of emulsion, were the foundation for creating the final printed image. The employee wears a white coat, a common practice in the industry to maintain cleanliness and prevent contamination of the plates. Behind him, other employees are busy at their desks, retouching and perfecting the images. Retouching was an essential step in the printing process, where imperfections were corrected, and the overall appearance of the image was enhanced. The retouching process involved the use of various tools, including brushes, pencils, and airbrushes, to carefully manipulate the image. The studio's atmosphere is one of focused intensity, with the soft glow of lamps illuminating the workspace and the quiet hum of machinery in the background. The scene is a testament to the dedication and craftsmanship of the employees, who played a crucial role in bringing the printed images to life. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of the printing industry and the intricate processes involved in producing high-quality printed materials. The Composing and Retouching Studio at Lund Humphries Printing Works was a vital part of this process, and the employees' expertise and precision ensured that each print was a work of art in its own right.
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