Metal Print : Cartoon, Radio versus Television
Metal Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Cartoon, Radio versus Television
Cartoon, Radio versus Television, by Rich.
circa 1930s
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14360713
© Onslows Auctioneers / Mary Evans Picture Library
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16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Introducing the captivating Cartoon Metal Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "Radio versus Television" by Onslows Auctioneers / Mary Evans Picture Library. This vintage cartoon, dating back to the 1930s, humorously depicts the battle between radio and television for audience attention. Bring this nostalgic piece of art into your home and add a touch of whimsy and history to any room. Our high-quality Metal Prints are made using a unique process that prints the image onto a sheet of aluminum, resulting in a vibrant, long-lasting, and waterproof display. Order yours today and enjoy the timeless charm of this classic cartoon!
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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.
Cartoon, Radio versus Television
EDITORS COMMENTS
by Rich, circa 1930s: A Humorous Commentary on the Rivalry between Two Pioneering Communication Appliances This delightful cartoon by Rich, titled "Radio versus Television," takes us back to the 1930s when two groundbreaking communication technologies, radio and television, were vying for the attention of the public. The black-and-white image, available through Mary Evans Picture Library, showcases a playful and humorous take on the burgeoning rivalry between these two pioneering appliances. In the cartoon, we see a radio and a television set engaged in a lively fight, with a referee in the background. The radio, depicted as a humanized character with a megaphone for a head and a record for a body, is seen punching the television, which is portrayed as a bulky, boxy device with a pair of antennae and a smiling face. The scene is filled with amusing details, such as the radio's record flying through the air and the television's aerial waving in the wind. The cartoon's humor lies in the humanized representation of these appliances and the exaggerated conflict between them. It captures the excitement and anticipation surrounding the invention of television, which was still a relatively new technology at the time. The cartoon also highlights the unique qualities of each medium – radio's ability to deliver live performances and news instantly, versus television's visual storytelling capabilities. As we look at this image today, we can appreciate the cartoonist's insight into the evolving world of communication technology and the playful way in which they captured the spirit of the time. This charming piece of history is a testament to the enduring allure of technology and the human creativity that drives its development.
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