Antique Framed Print : Behind the scenes at Broadcasting House
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Behind the scenes at Broadcasting House
How recorded programmes are mixed and made by the BBC in 1946. Date: 1946
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Media ID 14166568
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1946 Apparatus Behind Broadcasting Broadcasts Davis Disc Gramophone Programme Programmes Recorded Recording Tape Television Transmission
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the 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 24.4cm x 16.7cm (9.6" x 6.6")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Behind the Scenes at Broadcasting House: Unveiling the Magic of BBC's Recording Processes in 1946 This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the inner workings of Broadcasting House, the iconic headquarters of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), during the post-war year of 1946. The image, taken at a time when radio and television were still in their infancy, reveals the intricate procedures behind the production and transmission of recorded programmes. At the heart of the scene, engineers meticulously work on various pieces of equipment, ensuring the highest possible quality for the audience. The photograph showcases a range of recording apparatus, including steel tape recorders, gramophone discs, and film equipment. These tools were essential for capturing and editing sound and visual content before they could be broadcast to millions of homes across the country. In the foreground, a man carefully adjusts the settings on a large steel tape recorder, while another engineer checks the levels on a sound mixer. Nearby, a stack of gramophone discs is arranged, ready to be played for potential inclusion in programmes. Film reels are visible on a table, waiting to be edited and spliced together. The atmosphere in the room is one of focused intensity, as the team works tirelessly to bring a diverse range of entertainment to the public. This behind-the-scenes snapshot offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of broadcasting and the remarkable efforts made to create and transmit recorded programmes during the 1940s. As we reflect on this photograph, we are reminded of the ingenuity and dedication of the pioneering engineers and broadcasters who laid the foundations for the modern media landscape. Their groundbreaking work paved the way for the advanced technology and sophisticated production processes we take for granted today.
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