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Bookseller WHSmith 1910
A glimpse of the department of the well know British bookseller and newsvendors W. H. Smith and Son. Photograph showing busy workers in the warehouse packing books.
1910
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Media ID 23069728
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Bookseller Busy Distribution Packing Parcels Press Smiths Sons Warehouse Newsvendor Smith Whsmith
20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of WHSmith Booksellers in 1910. Witness the hustle and bustle of the warehouse as dedicated workers meticulously pack books for delivery. This vintage photograph, sourced from Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans at Mary Evans Prints Online, adds a touch of history and charm to any space. Our premium canvas prints are expertly crafted using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and long-lasting durability. Bring the rich history of WHSmith to life in your home or office with this stunning canvas print.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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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In this evocative photograph from 1910, we are granted a rare glimpse into the bustling interior of W. H. Smith and Son's book department. Established in 1792, WHSmith is a renowned British bookseller and newsvendor with a rich history that spans over two centuries. This image captures the energy and industry that defined the company during its early years. The photograph reveals a scene of organized chaos, as busy workers in the warehouse diligently pack books for distribution. Men in shirtsleeves and waistcoats move efficiently among towering stacks of books, their faces focused on the task at hand. The air is thick with the scent of ink and paper, a testament to the sheer volume of literature being prepared for delivery. The presses in the background suggest that news and periodicals were also an essential part of WHSmith's offerings. The workers' deft handling of the parcels, some bound with twine and others wrapped in brown paper, underscores the importance of efficient and reliable distribution in the burgeoning trade industry. This photograph offers a fascinating window into the past, revealing the dedication and hard work that went into bringing books and news to the British public a century ago. The image is a poignant reminder of the enduring allure of the written word and the vital role that booksellers like WHSmith have played in shaping our literary landscape.
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