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Antique Framed Print : ICE SKATES, 1899. Advertised in the Montgomery Ward catalogue
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ICE SKATES, 1899. Advertised in the Montgomery Ward catalogue
ICE SKATES, 1899.
Advertised in the Montgomery Ward catalogue
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Media ID 12407992
1899 Advertising Catalog Ice Skate Mail Order
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 10.8cm x 37.1cm (4.3" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the turn of the century, specifically 1899. It showcases a vintage advertisement for ice skates that was featured in the renowned Montgomery Ward catalogue. The image exudes an air of nostalgia as we delve into the past and witness how these essential winter accessories were marketed over a hundred years ago. The advert itself is simple yet elegant, with carefully crafted text that highlights the key features of these ice skates. The typography reflects the artistic style prevalent during that era, adding to its charm. One can almost imagine receiving this catalogue through mail order and eagerly flipping through its pages to find this very ad. These ice skates represent more than just a means of gliding gracefully across frozen lakes or ponds; they symbolize a bygone era when leisure activities took on a different pace and significance. They remind us of simpler times, where individuals would gather outdoors during wintertime for wholesome entertainment. Granger Art on Demand has beautifully preserved this historical gem, allowing us to appreciate not only the artistry behind it but also gain insight into our cultural heritage. This print serves as a window into history, transporting us back to an age when even something as mundane as purchasing ice skates held an element of wonderment and excitement.
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