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Framed Print : Worthing Corporation electrical service. Demonstration vehicle
Framed Photos from West Sussex County Council
Worthing Corporation electrical service. Demonstration vehicle
Sign on the vehicle reads Electrify - and troubles fly.
Early 20th century
Additional Manuscript Collection
West Sussex Record Office Ref No: AM 507/1/16
West Sussex County Council Record Office contains a fascinating history of the county of West Sussex, England
Media ID 7766231
© West Sussex County Council - All Rights Reserved
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our vintage Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This unique piece features an intriguing image of a Worthing Corporation electrical service demonstration vehicle from West Sussex County Council. Dated back to the early 20th century, the sign on the vehicle reads "Electrify" and shows a troubled scene with flying sparks. Add a touch of historical charm to your home or office decor with this captivating Framed Print from the West Sussex Record Office Additional Manuscript Collection (AM 507/1/16).
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 26.3cm (15.6" x 10.4")
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 showcases the Worthing Corporation's innovative electrical service demonstration vehicle, captured in the early 20th century. The vehicle proudly displays a sign that reads "Electrify - and troubles fly" hinting at the transformative power of electricity. This remarkable image is part of the Additional Manuscript Collection housed at the West Sussex Record Office, with reference number AM 507/1/16. In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, this photograph encapsulates society's fascination with harnessing electricity for various purposes. The Worthing Corporation's demonstration vehicle symbolizes their commitment to exploring and promoting electrification as a solution to everyday challenges. The image invites us to imagine a time when electricity was still relatively new and groundbreaking. It sparks curiosity about what experiments were conducted within this mobile laboratory on wheels – perhaps testing different appliances or showcasing how electrical energy could enhance people's lives. While commercial use is not explicitly mentioned, it is evident that this photograph captures an experimental phase in which companies like Worthing Corporation sought to understand and harness the potential of electricity. This historical artifact serves as a reminder of humanity's relentless pursuit of progress and innovation throughout history.
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