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Fine Art Print : Printers in the compositors room of King and Hutchings, Uxbridge, Greater London
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Printers in the compositors room of King and Hutchings, Uxbridge, Greater London
Printers in the compositors room of King and Hutchings, Uxbridge, Greater London. Circa 1929
Staff
Uxbridge Gazette
Mirrorpix
Uxbridge
Greater London
England
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Media ID 21693863
© Mirrorpix
Aprons Bench Communications Formerly Middlesex Greater London Newspapers Outer Boroughs Outer London Printers Printing Uxbridge
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image transports you to the compositors room of King and Hutchings in Uxbridge, Greater London, circa 1929. Witness the dedication and craftsmanship of the printers at work, as they meticulously lay out type and prepare the presses for a new project. A stunning piece of historical photography, this print is a must-have for any home or office, evoking the rich heritage of the printing industry.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 35.6cm (20" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back in time to the compositors room of King and Hutchings, a renowned printing company located in Uxbridge, Greater London. Circa 1929, this image captures the essence of early 20th-century book publishing and newspaper production. The scene depicts a group of men diligently working amidst rows of benches covered with aprons. Each man is engrossed in their task, meticulously setting type for the printing press. The room exudes an atmosphere of focused concentration as these skilled craftsmen bring words to life on paper. The clothing worn by these workers reflects the era - formal attire with rolled-up sleeves, showcasing their dedication to their craft. The hot metal machines that surround them further emphasize the technological advancements of that time. Uxbridge, formerly part of Middlesex but now considered one of Greater London's outer boroughs, was home to many such printing establishments during this period. This photograph serves as a testament to the importance placed on communication through printed media at that time. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history captured by Memory Lane Prints' staff photographer, we are reminded not only of the artistry involved in traditional printing methods but also how far technology has advanced since then. It stands as a tribute to those who dedicated themselves to bringing information and stories into our lives through ink and paper.
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