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Photographic Print : Set type broken up after use, the White Rose Press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968
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Set type broken up after use, the White Rose Press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968
Set type broken up after use, the White Rose Press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. Set type was broken up after use and separated out into specific compartments for storage
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Media ID 15067140
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Doncaster Mexborough Michael Michael Walters Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Printworker Printworks South Yorkshire Type Walters White Rose Press Company
10"x10" Photo Print
Step back in time with our vintage photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image captures the moment of transformation at The White Rose Press in Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. Witness the set type being carefully broken up after use and separated out into specific compartments for storage. A poignant reminder of the rich history and craftsmanship behind the art of printing. Add this unique, heritage photograph to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 24.1cm (10" x 9.5")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
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.
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This print captures a moment in time at the White Rose Press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire in 1968. The image showcases the aftermath of set type being broken up after use, revealing the meticulous organization and storage system employed by this printing company. The photograph provides a glimpse into the inner workings of an industrial era when technology was rapidly advancing. Inside the factory walls, dedicated workers diligently separated each piece of set type into specific compartments for future use. This intricate process required skill and precision to ensure efficient printing operations. The monochrome composition adds a timeless quality to this snapshot from British history. It reflects both the country's rich heritage in printing as well as its dedication to craftsmanship during that period. The scene is filled with an atmosphere of industry and occupation, highlighting how these workers played an essential role in bringing words onto paper. Photographed by Michael Walters from Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd. , this image serves as a valuable record of Doncaster's thriving printworks industry during the 1960s. It stands as a testament to the hard work and expertise exhibited by those who labored behind-the-scenes at White Rose Press Company.
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