Printing Collection (page 7)

Catherine of Braganza (Wife of Charles Ii)

King Charles Ii

Henrietta Maria (Wife of Charles I)

King Charles I

King James I

Queen Elizabeth I

Queen Mary I

King Edward Vi

Catherine Howard (Wife of Henry Viii)

Anne Boleyn (Wife of Henry Viii)

Catherine of Aragon (Wife of Henry Viii)

King Henry Viii

Elizabeth of York (Wife of Henry Vii, Mother of Henry Viii)

King Henry Vii

King Richard Iii

King Edward V

King Edward Iv

King Henry Vi

King Henry V

King Henry Iv

King Richard Ii

King Edward Iii

King Edward Ii

King Edward I

Cables and Ocean Depths

North Atlantic Trade Routes

A Rifleman's Cap

Cowpers Cylinder Printing Machine

Printing - Upper Mower Case Boxes

Printing presses, Liverpool Express and Weekly Courier Newspaper, Liverpool

Publishing the Liverpool Express and Weekly Courier - Head Office in Fleet Street London early 1900s

Multi-colour rotary printing machines, Port Sunlight, Wirral

Rotary printing machine, Port Sunlight, early 1900s

Port Sunlight - Printing Department - early 1900s

Printing Department, Port Sunlight soap factory, Wirral

Vickers Viscount postcard printing production positive numbe
Skilton & Fry number 21302 - Vickers Viscount postcard printing production positive number 1 Date: circa 1968

Village Scene
Lino cut of a village scene. Artist: Anon. Date: 1930s

Swans
Lino cut of swans printed blue. Artist: Anon. Date: 1930s

Strong Man
Lino cut of a strong man. Artist: Anon. Date: 1930s

Snail Pattern
Lino cut of a pattern of snails. Artist: Anon. Date: 1930s

Sailor
Lino cut of a sailor. Artist: Anon. Date: 1930s

Sailor & Fish
Lino cut of a sailor & fish. Artist: Anon. Date: 1930s

Rural Village
Lino cut of a rural village. Artist: Anon. Date: 1930s

Rose Hips
Lino cut of rose hips pattern. Artist: Anon. Date: 1930s

Abstract Pattern
Lino cut of an abstract pattern. Artist: Anon. Date: 1930s

Orchestra
Lino cut of an orchestra. Artist: Anon. Date: 1930s

Man & Wheelbarrow
Lino cut of a man and his wheelbarrow. Artist: Anon. Date: 1930s

Locomotive
Lino cut of a locomotive. Artist: Anon. Date: 1930s

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"From Gutenberg's Press to Modern Printing: A Journey Through Time" Step back in time to the 1450s, when Johannes Gutenberg revolutionized the world with his printing press. This invention marked a turning point in history, making books more accessible and knowledge easier to disseminate. Fast forward to the 1800s, where the cylinder printing press took center stage. This innovation allowed for faster and more efficient production of newspapers and other printed materials. In the early 1900s, coal tar became a game-changer in the printing industry as it provided vibrant colors for lithographic prints. The Daily Telegraph's bustling printing room was filled with these colorful masterpieces that captivated readers. Meanwhile, across Europe, Martin Luther shook religious institutions with his famous "95 Theses" printed on a press similar to Gutenberg's. These bold statements sparked a reformation movement that forever changed Christianity. Typesetting by hand was an art form practiced diligently at Morning Post newspaper in London. Skilled typesetters meticulously arranged individual letters into words and sentences before they were pressed onto paper. Benjamin Franklin himself utilized a printing press during his lifetime as he pursued both political and scientific endeavors. His contributions extended beyond statesmanship; they also encompassed advancements in communication technology. Imagine standing amidst towering shelves filled with books produced by Gutenberg's revolutionary press - truly awe-inspiring. These volumes represent centuries of knowledge preserved through print. Traveling further north brings us to Glen Rosa on Scotland's Isle of Arran, where Cir Mohr stands majestically against picturesque landscapes. Even here, one can find evidence equipment used by German printers who settled there long ago. Printing has come a long way since its humble beginnings but remains an integral part of our lives today. Whether it be newspapers or novels, brochures or business cards - each piece is crafted using techniques developed over centuries.