Photographic Print : Number Engaged by Pat Charles
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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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Media ID 14125858
© 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
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite 'Number Engaged by Pat Charles' print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating impression by Pat Charles depicts the latest finances and fiancees from 1932, artfully interconnected by telephone lines. Each print is meticulously crafted to bring the historical charm and intrigue of this era right into your home or office. Add a touch of vintage elegance to your space and relive a moment in time with this stunning piece of photographic art.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.1cm x 25.4cm (7.1" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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.
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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