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Framed Print : Blackfords printing works book-binding room, Truro, Cornwall. Early 1900s
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Blackfords printing works book-binding room, Truro, Cornwall. Early 1900s
The book-binding room at Oscar Blackfords printing works at the corner of Quay Street and Princes Street. The building was originally known as The Great House and built by the Gregor family. The picture shows several staff including men, women and girls and a stack of bound books stands on the table on the right hand side. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : TRUprg.6
Media ID 18064765
© From the collection of the RIC
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Blackfords Printing Works Book-Binding Room, Truro, Cornwall. Early 1900s" from the Royal Cornwall Museum. This captivating vintage image transports us back in time to the bustling book-binding room at Oscar Blackfords printing works, located at the corner of Quay Street and Princes Street in Truro. The building, originally known as The Great House, was constructed by the Gregor family, adding an extra layer of history to this intriguing scene. Our high-quality framed print showcases the intricate details of the time-worn room, with its wooden shelves laden with books, binders at work, and the warm glow of natural light filtering in through the windows. A stunning addition to any home or office, this framed print is sure to spark conversation and inspire a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era.
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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 26.7cm (15.6" x 10.5")
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.
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This print takes us back in time to the early 1900s, capturing a glimpse of the bustling book-binding room at Blackfords printing works in Truro, Cornwall. The building itself, originally known as The Great House and built by the Gregor family, stands proudly at the corner of Quay Street and Princes Street. In this snapshot of history, we see a diverse group of staff members diligently working together. Men, women, and even young girls are all present in this busy space dedicated to preserving knowledge through bookbinding. On the right-hand side of the image, a stack of beautifully bound books rests on a table – a testament to their craftsmanship. The identity of the photographer remains unknown; however, their skillful composition allows us to appreciate both the people involved in this industry and the machinery that powered it. This photograph offers an invaluable insight into Cornwall's rich industrial heritage. As we observe this scene frozen in time within Royal Cornwall Museum's collection, let us reflect on how far technology has advanced since then while acknowledging and appreciating those who paved the way for modern printing practices.
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