Telephone Collection (page 14)

Awfully sorry, I can t get to the office today (chromolitho)
2800645 Awfully sorry, I can t get to the office today (chromolitho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Awfully sorry, I can t get to the office today)

Diving Bell (chromolitho)
2802121 Diving Bell (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Diving Bell. Illustration for one of a series of cigarette cards on Famous Inventions published by)

Before the action, the offices of an army command, while preparing an operation (colour litho)
2777548 Before the action, the offices of an army command, while preparing an operation (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Before the action)

Comic postcard, Two women near phone box - Button B Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Gloomy businessman - Ups and Downs Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Couple in bedroom, phone call Date: 20th century

Postcard design - Ring me up sometime! A cowboy has successfully lassooed a little mouse! Date: circa 1937

Comic postcard, Woman on the phone Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Woman on the phone Date: 20th century

Four German aeronauts (colour litho) have run a scary adventure
2778049 Four German aeronauts (colour litho) have run a scary adventure by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Four German aeronauts have raced a frightening adventure)

Comic postcard, Little girl on the phone Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Drunken man with water spout Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Woman with violin on the phone Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Man on the phone to the doctor Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Postcard, letter, phone and money Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Hotel guest on the phone Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Hotel guest on the phone Date: 20th century

Family Staying Quiet While Dad is on the Phone, 1952 (screen print)
2622201 Family Staying Quiet While Dad is on the Phone, 1952 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Global Communications, 1945 (screen print)
2630022 Global Communications, 1945 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Telephone, telegraph, and television operators in front of a world map)

1950s Secretary Answering the Phone and Taking a Message at the Office
2630116 1950s Secretary Answering the Phone and Taking a Message at the Office, 1952 (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Woman on the telephone (colour litho)
3104366 Woman on the telephone (colour litho) by Sager, Xavier (1870-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman on the telephone)

Telephone call warning of burglars (colour litho)
3094446 Telephone call warning of burglars (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Telephone call warning of burglars. Postcard, early 20th century)

Woman telephoning a hiring agency (colour litho)
3094445 Woman telephoning a hiring agency (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman telephoning a hiring agency. Postcard, early 20th century)

Telephone call announcing guests (colour litho)
3094442 Telephone call announcing guests (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Telephone call announcing guests. Postcard, early 20th century)

Businessman Reviewing His Mail in a Busy Office, 1922 (screen print)
3036041 Businessman Reviewing His Mail in a Busy Office, 1922 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); (add.info)

GPO engineer at work, London
GPO engineer working on underground telephone cables on a street in Central London. Date: circa 1960s

Comic postcard, Man on the telephone Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, woman on mans lap Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Looking for a sleeping partner Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Dissatisfied hotel guest asking for the manager Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Little girl on the phone Date: 20th century

The telephone (colour litho)
3099302 The telephone (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The telephone. Illustration for Lecons De Choses Illustrees (Imagerie D Epinal, Pellerin)

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Engaged
The caption is Engaged Dinah, the artist, was very fond of word play. Cute Kids WW2 Wartime humour Date: circa 1944

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Long Distance Call
The postcard caption is Long distance call. Churchills message on the back is Express your thanks by building tanks. The senders message suggests that the relationship is under strain - My Darling

Advert for the TDA or Telephone Development Association, 1925 Date: 1925

A sketch by Fish of a young lady on the telephone to her admirers, London, 1926 Date: 1926

"A Merry Christmas", Christmas card, 1882
BAL48966 " A Merry Christmas", Christmas card, 1882 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; out of copyright

Military aerostats: telephonic experiences in the establishment of Meudon
XEE4178423 Military aerostats: telephonic experiences in the establishment of Meudon. Engraving by Claverie in " Le Monde Illustre" nA'1331 of September 30, 1882

Munich (b / w photo)
6006467 Munich (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Munich. Illustration for L Allemagne Moderne by Jules Huret (Pierre Lafitte)

Diving apparatus (litho)
6013625 Diving apparatus (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Diving apparatus. Illustration for The Harmsworth Encylopaedia (c 1922).); © Look and Learn

Ada Blanche in The Telephone Girl at the Grand Theatre, Islington in 1896. Date: 1896

Advert, The Spa Hotel, Bath. 1927

Advert, The Pulteney Hotel, Bath. 1927

Advert, The Empire Hotel, Bath. 1927

Advert, Royal York House Hotel, Bath. 1927

Advert, Grand Pump Room Hotel, Bath. 1927

New Ideas for using X-Rays for Medical use WWI
Used in the British, French and Russian military hospitals the Kompact, apparatus, to find foreign bodies in wounded soldiers

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"Connecting the Past and Present: The Evolution Communication" In a world where communication is constantly evolving, let's take a moment to reflect on the humble beginnings of the telephone. From its iconic presence on the cover of Ms. Magazine in 1972 to the snowy streets of London with its famous Police Public Call Box, this device has woven itself into the fabric of our lives. Imagine standing amidst the ancient wonder that is Stonehenge, only to be reminded that even centuries ago, humans sought ways to connect with one another. Fast forward to 1926 when a quaint telephone box stood proudly on British streets, serving as a lifeline for those seeking connection. The Bakelite telephone became an emblematic symbol of progress and innovation during its time. Its sleek design captured not only functionality but also style - a testament to human ingenuity. As air travel began taking flight, Cobham Air Routes Poster showcased how telephones were bridging distances between far-flung destinations. No longer bound by physical boundaries, conversations could transcend borders effortlessly. Brochure illustrations from W Barratt & Co Ltd remind us that telephones were not just tools for personal use; they played an integral role in business and commerce too. They facilitated connections between companies and customers alike, propelling economies forward. Even major historical events like US Steel Works or Kings Cross station in London bear witness to how telephones shaped societies across continents. In times of crisis such as Wandsworth Road fire in Clapham SW8, these devices served as vital links for emergency services and individuals seeking help. From Ms. Magazine's empowering message to Stonehenge's timeless allure, each image tells a story about our collective desire for connection through technology. As we navigate today's digital landscape filled with smartphones and video calls, let us remember that every call made or received carries with it echoes from decades past – reminding us that despite all advancements made over time, at its core, the telephone remains a symbol of human connection.