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Bakelite telephone
Bakelite telephone. Dial telephone with bakelite casing. Bakelite, the first plastic to be used for widespread commercial purposes, was discovered in the 1920s while the Belgian chemist Leo Baekeland was researching synthetic varnishes in the USA. It is a thermosetting plastic (one that does not melt once it has been heated and set) and it is a good insulator. This made it the ideal material to use in electrical devices like telephones and radios
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Communication Communications Dial Hand Set Icon Iconic Mass Produced Material Materials Phone Plastic Polymer Retro Synthetic Telephone Traditional Bakelite
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless charm of yesteryears with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image of a vintage Bakelite telephone, brought to you by Science Photo Library, transports us back to an era of classic design and innovation. Bakelite, the first plastic to be used for widespread commercial purposes, adds an intriguing layer of history to this iconic piece of telecommunications technology. Add this stunning print to your home or office to ignite conversations and evoke nostalgia. Experience the allure of the past, reimagined in high-quality art print form.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 showcases a Bakelite telephone, an iconic piece of technology that revolutionized communication in the early 20th century. The dial telephone with its distinctive bakelite casing represents a significant milestone in the history of plastics. Bakelite, the first plastic to be widely used for commercial purposes, was discovered by Belgian chemist Leo Baekeland while researching synthetic varnishes in the USA during the 1920s. With its thermosetting properties and excellent insulation capabilities, bakelite became an ideal material for electrical devices like telephones and radios. This photograph captures not only the historical significance of this technological marvel but also highlights its retro charm. Against a clean white background, this still life image portrays the beauty and craftsmanship of this early plastic masterpiece. Its hand set and dial evoke nostalgia for a time when communication relied on physical connections rather than wireless networks. The use of bakelite as a mass-produced material transformed industries and paved the way for future advancements in polymer chemistry. As an enduring symbol of innovation and industrial progress, this bakelite telephone print from Science Photo Library is sure to captivate anyone interested in both historical artifacts and technological evolution.
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