Poster Print : Building Bricks 1925
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Building Bricks 1925
A child uses alphabet building blocks to build a tower spelling the name of a brand of cigarettes
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Media ID 4318003
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10020164
Alphabet Blocks Brand Bricks Build Cigarettes Spelling Toys 1925
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Discover the charm of history with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the captivating image "Building Bricks 1925" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage photograph presents a delightful scene of a child constructing a tower with alphabet building blocks, spelling out the name of a classic brand of cigarettes. Add an element of nostalgia to your space with this intriguing and thought-provoking print. Each print is produced with high-quality materials and vibrant colors to ensure a stunning addition to your home or office decor. Order now and step back in time with Media Storehouse Poster Prints."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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
This print from 1925 captures a child engrossed in building a tower using alphabet building blocks. What makes this scene particularly intriguing is that the child is spelling out the name of a well-known brand of cigarettes with the blocks. The juxtaposition of innocence and consumerism in this image is both fascinating and slightly unsettling, offering a glimpse into the culture and advertising practices of the time.
The carefully constructed tower stands as a testament to both the child's creativity and dexterity, as well as to the power of branding and marketing in shaping our everyday lives. It serves as a reminder of how even seemingly mundane childhood activities can be influenced by larger societal forces.
As we gaze upon this historical photograph, we are transported back to an era where toys were not just playthings, but also tools for learning about language, commerce, and social norms. The intricate details of each brick and block tell a story of craftsmanship and imagination, while also hinting at deeper layers of meaning beneath their surface.
In essence, this image encapsulates a moment frozen in time – one that invites us to reflect on the ways in which our past experiences shape our present realities. It challenges us to consider how something as simple as building bricks can carry profound implications for our understanding of history, identity, and culture.
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