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Telephone call announcing guests (colour litho)
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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. Signed C A Macmillan.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23433970
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Bell Telephone Company Desk Desks Guest Guests Homes Inset Modern Notice Phone Phones Purpose Purposes Suitcase Suitcases Telecommunications Telephone Telephones Telephoning Telephony Unexpected Visiting Visitor Visitors Americhe
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This vibrant and nostalgic print captures a moment in time when telephone calls were the primary means of communication. Titled "Telephone call announcing guests" this colour lithograph showcases an early 20th-century postcard signed by C A Macmillan, now part of a private collection. The image depicts a scene within a home, where two women and a man are gathered around separate desks, engrossed in telephonic conversations. The unexpected arrival of guests is evident from the expressions on their faces as they receive the news through their trusty Bell telephones. The technological advancements of that era are highlighted by the presence of these modern devices, which revolutionized communication for American households. The intricate details showcased in this artwork provide insight into how people relied on telephony to connect with others and manage their daily lives. A visitor's suitcase serves as an intriguing inset detail, suggesting that these phone calls were made with purpose - perhaps to arrange meetings or coordinate plans. This snapshot offers us a glimpse into the past while reminding us how far we have come in terms of telecommunications technology. With its rich colours and attention to detail, this print beautifully encapsulates an era when phones became integral parts of American homes. It serves as both a historical artifact and a testament to human ingenuity in harnessing technology for better connectivity.
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