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Duncan Watson & Co
An advertisement from 1909 advertising electricity as the cheapest light in the country house.1d will provide 100 candle power for one hour. The accompanying illustration shows a couple at a dining table bathed in light from an overhead lamp
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Media ID 4361492
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Accompanying Bathed Candle Cheapest Dining Duncan Electricity Lamp Over Head Power Provide Watson Shows
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring a touch of history into your home with Media Storehouse's exquisite range of Fine Art Prints. This captivating image, "Duncan Watson & Co by Rights Managed," taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back to 1909. The advertisement showcases the revolutionary new technology of electricity, proudly boasting that just 1d could provide 100 candle powers for one hour. Experience the charm of the past with our high-quality prints, perfect for adding character and conversation starters to any room in your home.
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 50.8cm x 37.1cm (20" x 14.6")
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
Step into the past with this advertisement from September 1909, showcasing Duncan Watson & Co and their revolutionary offer of electricity as the cheapest light in the country house. The illustration presents a charming scene of a couple enjoying a quiet dinner at their elegantly set dining table. The warm, inviting glow of the overhead lamp illuminates their faces and the room, providing 100 candle powers for just one hour at the cost of 1d. At the time, electricity was a relatively new and exciting technology, and companies like Duncan Watson & Co were eager to showcase its benefits to potential customers. The text accompanying the image boasts of the import of this modern convenience, emphasizing its affordability and superiority over traditional candlelight. This advertisement offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a glimpse into the lives of the affluent homeowners of the early 20th century and their adoption of this groundbreaking innovation. The overhead lamp, with its elegant design and ability to provide ample light, became a symbol of modernity and progress, transforming the way people lived, worked, and entertained in their homes. As we marvel at the advancements in technology that have since taken place, it's important to remember the excitement and wonder that surrounded the introduction of electricity over a century ago. This advertisement serves as a reminder of the transformative power of innovation and the impact it can have on our daily lives.
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