Framed Print : Elizabeth Cowell - television presenter by Yevonde
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Elizabeth Cowell - television presenter by Yevonde
Elizabeth Cowell ) was a British broadcaster and the first woman television announcer. Pictured studying a portrait taken of herself in 1933 before she became a radio and television presenter. Date: 1940
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Media ID 14366343
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Announcer Broadcaster Cowell Presenter Radio Television Voice Yevonde Elizabeth Presenters
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring a piece of television history into your home with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite image features Elizabeth Cowell, the pioneering British broadcaster and first woman television announcer, as captured in a portrait taken in 1933 before she made her mark on radio and television. The photograph, rights-managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases Cowell deep in thought as she studies her own portrait. This timeless piece is an inspiring addition to any room, and the high-quality framing ensures that the details of the image are preserved for years to come.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures Elizabeth Cowell (1912-1998), a trailblazing British broadcaster, deep in thought as she studies a portrait taken of herself over three decades prior to her groundbreaking career in radio and television. Taken in 1940 by renowned photographer Yevonde, the image showcases Cowell's introspective nature and intellectual curiosity. Born in 1912, Cowell began her broadcasting journey as a radio presenter for the BBC in the late 1930s. However, it was her role as the first woman television announcer that truly cemented her place in history. Breaking down barriers for women in the male-dominated world of broadcasting, Cowell's clear, distinctive voice and poised demeanor became synonymous with the dawn of British television. The portrait, taken in 1933, offers a glimpse into Elizabeth Cowell's past, before she became a household name. The photograph's timeless elegance and the subject's thoughtful expression invite viewers to reflect on the remarkable transformation that took place in her life. Yevonde, a celebrated photographer known for her innovative portraits, expertly captured the essence of Cowell's character in this evocative image. The photograph not only serves as a testament to Cowell's enduring legacy but also as a reminder of the power of self-reflection and the limitless potential that lies within each of us.
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