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Number Engaged by Pat Charles
An impression by Pat Charles of the latest fiances and fiancees to announce their engagement in 1932, all interconnected by telephone lines. Top left is Miss Margaret Whigham (Duchess of Argyll), who was engaged to American golfer Charles Sweeny (bottom right). Miss Katherine Horlick, engaged to Mr Murrough O Brien and Miss Betty du Pre engaged to Lord Churston. Date: 1932
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1932 Argyll Betty Communication Couples Duchess Engaged Engagement Engagements Fiance Fiancee Katherine Lines Margaret Phone Phones Romance Romances Speaking Sweeney Sweeny Telephone Whigham Churston Interconnected Miss
Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Add a touch of vintage charm to your home with the Media Storehouse range of Jigsaw Puzzles, featuring the captivating image "Number Engaged by Pat Charles" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intriguing puzzle showcases Pat Charles' impression of the latest engagements in 1932, all interconnected by telephone lines. Engage your mind and immerse yourself in the past as you piece together this intricate puzzle, a perfect activity for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Enjoy the satisfaction of completing a beautiful and meaningful puzzle that tells a story from the past.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 40.5cm x 50.8cm (15.9" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Number Engaged: A Snapshot of Romance and Communication in the 1930s This photograph, titled "Number Engaged," is an impression by the renowned artist Pat Charles, showcasing the latest engagements in high society during the year 1932. The image interconnects the engaged couples through telephone lines, symbolizing the modern means of communication that brought people closer together during this era. In the top left corner, we find the elegant figure of Miss Margaret Whigham, who was engaged to American golfer Charles Sweeny. Their future union was a highly anticipated event in society circles. Below Miss Whigham, we see Miss Katherine Horlick, engaged to Mr. Murrough O'Brien, and Miss Betty du Pre, who was set to marry Lord Churston. The intricate web of telephone lines in the photograph not only represents the connections between these couples but also symbolizes the growing importance of communication technology in people's lives. The use of telephone lines to depict romantic engagements highlights the role that technology played in facilitating and strengthening relationships during the 1930s. The thirties, a decade marked by both economic hardships and social change, saw the continued evolution of communication methods. This photograph, taken in 1932, offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of high society and the romantic engagements that captured the public's imagination during this time. Pat Charles' "Number Engaged" is a historical testament to the power of communication and the enduring allure of love stories. The interconnected couples, brought together by telephone lines, serve as a reminder of the profound impact that technology has had on our personal connections throughout history.
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