Framed Print : Somebody on the wire - A Romantic Telephone conversation
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Somebody on the wire - A Romantic Telephone conversation
New York, USA - Somebody on the wire - A couple share a romantic Telephone conversation - The Line is engaged ! Date: 1907
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Media ID 14369333
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Conversation Cupid Cupids Engaged Lovers Pair Personification Phone Romance Romantic Sits Telephone Wire Wires
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Add a touch of vintage romance to your home decor with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This exquisite piece, titled "Somebody on the wire - A Romantic Telephone conversation," takes us back to a simpler time. Captured in 1907, this image from Mary Evans Prints Online shows a couple deeply engrossed in a heartfelt telephone conversation, their connection strong despite the engaged line. Our high-quality framing enhances the timeless charm of this captivating photograph, making it a perfect addition to any room in your home. Bring a piece of history and love into your space with Media Storehouse Framed Prints.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 25.7cm (15.6" x 10.1")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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
Amidst the bustling streets of New York City in 1907, the hustle and bustle of urban life fades away as the focus shifts to this intimate moment between two lovers. In this photograph, we see a man, dressed in a sharp suit and fedora, sitting on a wire, his intense gaze fixed on the telephone receiver clutched in his hand. Across the line, a woman, elegantly attired in a flowing dress and bonnet, sits in a cozy room, her hand delicately cradling the receiver. The telephone line, personified by the wires and cords stretching between them, becomes a symbol of their connection, bridging the physical distance between them. Despite the technological innovation of the telephone, the romance between this pair remains timeless. The engaged line, a common occurrence during the era, only adds to the urgency and longing in their conversation. The image of Cupid, the god of love, subtly woven into the scene, serves as a reminder of the power of love to transcend time and space. This photograph captures a poignant moment in the annals of romantic history, offering a glimpse into the past and the enduring nature of human connection.
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