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Telegraphic message boy
Telegraph boy employed to deliver telegrams, holding his leather satchel with an important sealed message, which is probably sent up by a Manchester or Birmingham manufacturer to one of the London merchants in reply to an important inquire sent down, not half an hour ago! Date: 19th century
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Media ID 20140213
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1850s 1856 Communication Labour Leather Mail Message Messenger Postage Posts Satchel Telegram Telegrams Telegraph Telegraphic Delivery
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Metal Prints, featuring this iconic image of a Telegraphic Message Boy from Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage photograph transports you to an era of bustling city streets and important communications. The Telegraph Boy, with his determined expression and leather satchel filled with sealed messages, symbolizes the urgency and significance of each delivery. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring the rich history of this image to life, adding a unique and timeless touch to any space. Experience the charm of the past, right in your home or office.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
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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In this evocative 19th century photograph, a young telegraphic message boy, dressed in a smart uniform complete with cap, holds a sealed telegram in one hand and clutches a leather satchel in the other. The sense of urgency is palpable as this important communication, likely sent up from a Manchester or Birmingham manufacturer in response to an inquiry from a London merchant, is about to be delivered. The telegraphic message boy was an essential part of the Victorian communication network, a link in the chain that connected people and businesses across great distances. The telegraph, which revolutionized long-distance communication, had been in operation since the late 1830s, but it was the introduction of the telegraphic message boys in the 1850s that made the service truly accessible to the masses. These boys, often as young as ten years old, were employed by the telegraph companies to deliver messages as quickly as possible. They were an integral part of the telegraph system, and their importance cannot be overstated. The telegraphic message boys were the human link between the telegraph office and the recipient, ensuring that important news, business transactions, and personal messages reached their intended destinations in a timely manner. The photograph captures the essence of this vital role, with the boy's determined expression and the urgency of the moment. The leather satchel, slung over his shoulder, is filled with sealed telegrams, each one containing a message that could change the course of someone's life or business. The telegraphic message boy was a symbol of the power of communication, a testament to the human spirit's ability to bridge great distances and connect people in ways that were once thought impossible. This photograph, taken in the 1850s, is a poignant reminder of a bygone era when communication was a precious commodity, and the telegraphic message boy was an essential part of the network that kept the world connected.
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