Greetings Card : THOMAS ALVA EDISON (1847-1931). American inventor. Young Edison as a candy butcher on the Grand Trunk Railway between Port Huron, Michigan, and Detroit: wood engraving, French, 19th century
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THOMAS ALVA EDISON (1847-1931). American inventor. Young Edison as a candy butcher on the Grand Trunk Railway between Port Huron, Michigan, and Detroit: wood engraving, French, 19th century
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Media ID 7526998
1850s Alva Candy Edison Fruit Grand Inventor Passenger Peddler Train Car Grand Trunk Railway
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Brighten someone's day with our unique and captivating Thomas Edison greeting card from the Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite design features a rare wood engraving of a young Thomas Alva Edison working as a candy butcher on the Grand Trunk Railway between Port Huron, Michigan, and Detroit. Drawn from an original 19th-century French print from The Granger Collection, this card is a fascinating glimpse into Edison's past before he became the iconic inventor we know today. Perfect for history lovers, inventors, or anyone who appreciates the intrigue of the past, this card is sure to make a lasting impression. Order now and add a touch of history to your mailbox!
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The captivating print showcases a young Thomas Alva Edison, the renowned American inventor, during his early days as a candy butcher on the Grand Trunk Railway. This wood engraving from 19th century France provides a glimpse into Edison's humble beginnings and his journey towards greatness. In the image, we see Edison donning an authentic uniform of that era, standing inside a train car filled with passengers. With determination in his eyes and fruit-filled baskets by his side, he assumes the role of a peddler offering delectable treats to weary travelers traversing between Port Huron, Michigan, and Detroit. This snapshot captures not only Edison's entrepreneurial spirit but also sheds light on the transportation system prevalent in middle America during the 1850s. The Grand Trunk Railway played a vital role in connecting communities and facilitating travel across vast distances. As we admire this historical artifact preserved by The Granger Collection, it serves as a reminder that even visionaries like Edison had humble beginnings before they revolutionized our world with their groundbreaking inventions. This print is not just an homage to one man's journey but also symbolizes the possibilities that lie within each individual who dares to dream big and pursue their passions relentlessly.
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