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Phone Exchange / 1903
The switchboard of the National Telephone Company, United Kingdom
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 604947
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10051557
Exchange Exchanges Phone Switchboard Telephone
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Step back in time with our stunning Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring Mary Evans Picture Library's iconic image of Phone Exchange / 1903. This captivating photograph showcases the National Telephone Company's switchboard in the United Kingdom during the early 1900s. The Metal Print's vibrant colors and exceptional clarity bring history to life, while the sleek, modern metal finish adds a contemporary touch to any space. Preserve this piece of history and elevate your home or office décor with our premium quality Metal Prints.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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
Step back in time with this image of the Phone Exchange in 1903, a significant moment in the history of communications in the United Kingdom. The photograph, taken by an unknown artist for Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of the National Telephone Company's switchboard during the early 20th century. The scene is a bustling hive of activity, with telephone operators skillfully managing multiple lines and connecting calls using a complex array of cords and switches. Each operator is intently focused on their station, ensuring that every call is routed efficiently and effectively. The room is filled with the hum of busy conversations and the clatter of keys as messages are transmitted across the network. The National Telephone Company, established in 1878, was a pioneering force in the development of telephone communications in the UK. By 1903, the company had expanded its network to cover much of the country, connecting people and communities in ways that were previously unimaginable. This photograph captures the dedication and hard work of the operators who made this connectivity possible, and serves as a reminder of the vital role that communications infrastructure plays in shaping our social and economic fabric. The intricate system of cords and switches on display in the photograph reflects the technological ingenuity of the time, and the sense of wonder and excitement that came with the advent of this new form of communication. Today, we take for granted the ability to connect with anyone, anywhere in the world, at the touch of a button. But this photograph reminds us of the rich history and human effort that went into making that possibility a reality.
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