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Illustrated dust-jacket for the first edition of Television
985789 Illustrated dust-jacket for the first edition of Television, 1926 (illustrated dust-jacket) by English School, (20th century); 18x12.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustrated dust-jacket for the first edition of Television. Seeing by Wireless by Alfred Dinsdale. Ilustrated dust-jacket. Published in 1926. 18 x 12.2cm. The first book on television.); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
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1926 Black Color Black Colour Capital Letter Curtain Drapes Dream Dream Like Dreaming Dreams Dreamtime Dust Jacket Eerie English Text Entertained Entertainment Event First Edition Frightening Furnishing Haunt Haunted Haunter Haunting Language Lettering Nightmare One Man Only Rare Book Soft Furnishing Spooky Television Word Ethnic Origin Television Set
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This photograph showcases the illustrated dust-jacket for the first edition of "Television" from 1926. The image, measuring 18x12.2 cm, is part of a private collection and depicts a hauntingly beautiful scene. The dust-jacket features intricate drawings that transport us back to the early twentieth century, where one man stands amidst drapes and furnishings in an eerie interior setting. The lettering on the jacket adds to its allure, drawing our attention to the book's title and author, Alfred Dinsdale. Published in 1926, this rare book holds historical significance as it was the first-ever publication on television. Its illustrations entertain and captivate viewers with their dreamlike quality, evoking a sense of mystery and intrigue. The image transports us back to a time when television was still in its infancy but held immense potential for entertainment. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come technologically while also highlighting our fascination with visual media throughout history. With its striking visuals and thought-provoking composition, this photograph from Bridgeman Images allows us to delve into the past while contemplating our present-day relationship with television as an essential aspect of modern life.
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