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Early electric car advertisement for the Babcock Electric Victoria Phaeton, 1907.
Hand-colored halftone of a 20th-century printed newspaper ad
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5886209
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1900s 1907 20th Century Advertisement Antique Antique Car Auto Automobile Buffalo Business Electric Electricity Invention New York Transportation Travel Vintage Car Babcock Chauffeur D River Electric Car Phaeton
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This print takes us back to the early 20th century, specifically to the year 1907 in Buffalo, New York. The image showcases an advertisement for the revolutionary Babcock Electric Victoria Phaeton, a remarkable invention of its time. Hand-colored and printed in a newspaper, this vintage ad exudes charm and nostalgia. The illustration depicts a sleek electric car gliding effortlessly along the streets of Buffalo. With its elegant design and advanced technology, it symbolizes progress and innovation in transportation during that era. The vibrant colors used to enhance this halftone image add vibrancy and life to the scene. Intriguingly, we see a chauffeur behind the wheel of this antique vehicle. This highlights how even back then, driving was considered a profession requiring skill and expertise. It also emphasizes how owning such an automobile was seen as a status symbol among affluent individuals. This historic advertisement captures not only the essence of early electric cars but also provides us with valuable insights into American society at that time. It serves as a reminder of our journey towards embracing new technologies while cherishing our past. As we gaze upon this piece of art from North Wind Picture Archives, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the excitement surrounding these groundbreaking inventions that would shape our future modes of transportation forever.
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