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Framed Print : Mutoscope at Gravesend
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Mutoscope at Gravesend
New Road, Gravesend (Kent) - notice the premises of The Wonderful Mutoscope (a forerunner of the cinema) - Admission Free
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Media ID 4344303
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Admission Cinema Devices Forerunner Free Gravesend Notice Optical Premises Wonderful Mutoscope
18"x14" Modern Frame
Discover the captivating history of Gravesend with our exquisite framed print from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic image "Mutoscope at Gravesend" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this stunning piece transports you back in time. Witness the allure of The Wonderful Mutoscope, an intriguing forerunner of the cinema, as it stands proudly on New Road in Gravesend, Kent. With admission free, this unique attraction draws the crowd in, offering a glimpse into the past. Our carefully crafted framed prints are designed to bring a touch of history and character to your home or office. Each print is professionally framed to the highest standards, ensuring that your new addition will be a cherished conversation starter for years to come. Bring the charm of Gravesend's rich history into your space with our "Mutoscope at Gravesend" framed print. Order yours today and let the adventure begin!
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.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 captures a piece of history from 1906 in Gravesend, Kent. The image showcases the premises of The Wonderful Mutoscope, an early forerunner of the cinema. The sign boldly advertises "Admission Free!" which would have been quite a draw for people passing by on New Road.
The Mutoscope was one of the first optical devices used for entertainment before the invention of modern cinema. It allowed viewers to watch short films or sequences through a hand-cranked machine, providing a glimpse into the future of moving pictures.
The architecture and signage in this photograph give us a glimpse into what life was like in Gravesend over a century ago. It's fascinating to see how technology has evolved since then and how these early forms of entertainment paved the way for what we now know as movies.
As we look at this snapshot from the past, we can't help but imagine what it must have been like to step inside The Wonderful Mutoscope and experience these early cinematic wonders firsthand. This image serves as a reminder of how far we've come in terms of entertainment and technology, while also honoring the history and innovation that came before us.
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