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Framed Print : Bell telephone, 1882. Artist: Alexander Graham Bell
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Bell telephone, 1882. Artist: Alexander Graham Bell
Bell telephone, 1882. Scottish-born American inventor Bell (1847-1922) filed the patent for his telephone at the United States Patent Office at 3pm on 14 February 1876, just 2 hours before a rival device developed by Elisha Gray. In 1878 he demonstrated the telephone to Queen Victoria at her residence, Osborne House, on the Isle of Wight. On the evening of 14 January 1878 contact was made with nearby Osborne Cottage and terminals in Southampton and London. From Physics in Pictures by Theodore Eckardt. (London, 1882)
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18"x14" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print of the Bell Telephone, 1882 by Alexander Graham Bell. This historic piece showcases the iconic invention that revolutionized communication, as originally documented by Bell and Eckardt. The captivating image, sourced from Heritage Images, brings a touch of history and innovation to your space. A must-have for telecommunications enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
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.
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This print showcases the iconic Bell telephone, a groundbreaking invention by Scottish-born American inventor Alexander Graham Bell. In 1882, Theodore Eckardt captured this image for his book "Physics in Pictures" highlighting the concept, innovation, and technology behind this revolutionary device. The photograph symbolizes a pivotal moment in history as it represents Bell's patent filing at the United States Patent Office on February 14th, 1876. Interestingly, he submitted his application merely two hours before Elisha Gray presented a rival device. This close call emphasizes the fierce competition that surrounded the development of telecommunication during that era. Bell's ingenuity did not go unnoticed; in 1878, he had the honor of demonstrating his telephone to Queen Victoria herself at her residence on the Isle of Wight. The significance of this event is further emphasized by mentioning that contact was established between Osborne Cottage and terminals in Southampton and London on January 14th of that year. This remarkable print not only captures an important milestone in American history but also serves as a testament to Bell's immense contribution to science and communications. It reminds us of how far we have come since then while paying homage to one man's determination to connect people across vast distances through his groundbreaking invention – the telephone.
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