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Fine Art Print : BBC Radio broadcaster R F Palmer (Uncle Rex)
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BBC Radio broadcaster R F Palmer (Uncle Rex)
BBC Radio broadcaster R F Palmer, known affectionately as Uncle Rex.
1923
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Media ID 23078724
© The John Barrett Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Announcer Bowtie Broadcast Broadcaster Broadcasting Media Palmer Radio Reader Script Smart Uncle Voice Wing 1923
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from The John Barrett Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image features BBC Radio broadcaster R F Palmer, fondly remembered as "Uncle Rex." Captured in 1923, Palmer's warm and inviting presence shines through the black and white photograph. Add a touch of history and nostalgia to your home or office with this stunning fine art print. Each print is meticulously produced using the highest quality materials and printing techniques, ensuring a beautiful and long-lasting addition to your collection.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 46.5cm (16" x 18.3")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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 photograph, R F Palmer, affectionately known as "Uncle Rex," is seen in his element as a BBC Radio broadcaster in the 1920s. The image captures the essence of the golden age of radio, with Palmer's smart attire and serious expression exuding a sense of professionalism and authority. Palmer, born in the early 1900s, began his broadcasting career with the British Broadcasting Company (later known as the BBC) in the 1920s. His warm and inviting voice became a familiar sound to millions of listeners, making him a beloved figure in British media. Palmer's appearance in this photograph is classic and timeless. He wears a crisp wing collar shirt, a bowtie, and a formal suit, which were the standard attire for broadcasters during this era. The script in his hand suggests that he is preparing for a live broadcast, adding to the authenticity of the scene. The photograph also serves as a reminder of the importance of radio as a form of mass communication during the 1920s. With the advent of television still several decades away, radio was the primary means of entertainment and information for the public. Broadcasters like Palmer played a crucial role in shaping the cultural landscape of the time, and their voices were a constant presence in people's homes. Palmer's career spanned several decades, and he continued to work for the BBC until his retirement in the 1960s. His legacy as a beloved and respected broadcaster lives on, and this photograph is a testament to his enduring impact on British media history.
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