Telephone Collection (page 18)

Potentialities of Television, cartoon from Punch Magazine (engraving)
583466 Potentialities of Television, cartoon from Punch Magazine (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Potentialities of Television)

Back our girls over there, 1918 (colour litho)
2651927 Back our girls over there, 1918 (colour litho) by Underwood, Clarence F. (1871-1929); Private Collection; eLiss Fine Art; American, out of copyright

The Electric Exhibition at the Crystal Palace, from The Illustrated London News
BAL127969 The Electric Exhibition at the Crystal Palace, from The Illustrated London News, 18th March 1882 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Christmas greetings card from the General Post Office, London, 1891-1892 (colour litho)
6030952 Christmas greetings card from the General Post Office, London, 1891-1892 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Christmas greetings card from the General Post Office, London, 1885 (colour litho)
6030948 Christmas greetings card from the General Post Office, London, 1885 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Title-page illustration for The Post Office in Pictures, 1935 (litho)
5998673 Title-page illustration for The Post Office in Pictures, 1935 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Adelphi Hotel, Liverpool, Merseyside (litho)
6014093 The Adelphi Hotel, Liverpool, Merseyside (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Adelphi Hotel, Liverpool, Merseyside)

British Post Office workers laying new telephone cables after a German air raid during the Blitz, London, World War II
6015296 British Post Office workers laying new telephone cables after a German air raid during the Blitz, London, World War II, 1940-1945 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Laying underground telephone cables in London, 1900 (b / w photo)
6015112 Laying underground telephone cables in London, 1900 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Laying underground telephone cables in London, 1900)

Mrs Trees Triple Bill at Wyndhams Theatre (engraving)
1629433 Mrs Trees Triple Bill at Wyndhams Theatre (engraving) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mrs Trees Triple Bill at Wyndhams Theatre)

Visitors to the Paris Exhibition listening to the Phonograph (engraving)
1596227 Visitors to the Paris Exhibition listening to the Phonograph (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Exhibition of electricity (colour litho)
5229060 Exhibition of electricity (colour litho) by Draner, Renard Jules (1833-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Exhibition of electricity)

A Bell telephone and transmitter in practical use (colour litho)
966577 A Bell telephone and transmitter in practical use (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bell telephone and transmitter in practical use)

The world, telegraph, cable and time chart (colour litho)
3648937 The world, telegraph, cable and time chart (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The world, telegraph, cable and time chart)

Poste telephonique (engraving)
3655499 Poste telephonique (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Poste telephonique)

The Telephone Exchange in London (engraving)
1044431 The Telephone Exchange in London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Telephone Exchange in London)

Two clowns in an office (colour litho)
3096306 Two clowns in an office (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two clowns in an office)

A marketing telephone call (colour litho)
3094452 A marketing telephone call (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A marketing telephone call. Postcard, early 20th century)

Woman telephoning a plumber (colour litho)
3094450 Woman telephoning a plumber (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman telephoning a plumber. Postcard, early 20th century)

Women telephoning a shop (colour litho)
3094440 Women telephoning a shop (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women telephoning a shop. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Johann Philipp Reis, German inventor of the telephone (chromolitho)
1093922 Johann Philipp Reis, German inventor of the telephone (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Johann Philipp Reis, German inventor of the telephone)

International exhibition of modern office equipment, Museum Grounds, Amsterdam, 1911 (litho)
982772 International exhibition of modern office equipment, Museum Grounds, Amsterdam, 1911 (litho) by Dutch School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Front cover of The Telephone Directory of November 1878, 1878 (paper, print
985791 Front cover of The Telephone Directory of November 1878, 1878 (paper, print, metal ring, stiching) by American School

Power Lines, Wiltshire
Clive Collie

Integration
Klaus Ratzer

It's too late to apologize
Samanta Krivec

Yesterday
BG

payphone
Bocah Bocor

two umbrella
monoradio

finishing shot
ambra

Hot line
Stephen Clough

LLOYDS
Julien Oncete

Hallo!
Burghard Nitzschmann

Telefon
Enrico Finotti Re

Telephoning (from the series "New York Blues")
Dieter Matthes

1193096

Difference (from the series "New York Blues")
Dieter Matthes

Tenacity
Carlo Ferrara

to the other side
ambra

The call
Vlad Eftenie

No answer
Massimiliano Mancini

big calm
ambra

Broken communication
Stephen Clough

An Englishman in New York
Dieter Matthes

phone booth
HAN dong hee

Sunday morning
Leszek Paradowski

番石榴
Liu Xing

《木瓜》
Liu Xing

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"Connecting the Past and Present: The Evolution Communication" In a world where communication is constantly evolving, let's take a moment to reflect on the humble beginnings of the telephone. From its iconic presence on the cover of Ms. Magazine in 1972 to the snowy streets of London with its famous Police Public Call Box, this device has woven itself into the fabric of our lives. Imagine standing amidst the ancient wonder that is Stonehenge, only to be reminded that even centuries ago, humans sought ways to connect with one another. Fast forward to 1926 when a quaint telephone box stood proudly on British streets, serving as a lifeline for those seeking connection. The Bakelite telephone became an emblematic symbol of progress and innovation during its time. Its sleek design captured not only functionality but also style - a testament to human ingenuity. As air travel began taking flight, Cobham Air Routes Poster showcased how telephones were bridging distances between far-flung destinations. No longer bound by physical boundaries, conversations could transcend borders effortlessly. Brochure illustrations from W Barratt & Co Ltd remind us that telephones were not just tools for personal use; they played an integral role in business and commerce too. They facilitated connections between companies and customers alike, propelling economies forward. Even major historical events like US Steel Works or Kings Cross station in London bear witness to how telephones shaped societies across continents. In times of crisis such as Wandsworth Road fire in Clapham SW8, these devices served as vital links for emergency services and individuals seeking help. From Ms. Magazine's empowering message to Stonehenge's timeless allure, each image tells a story about our collective desire for connection through technology. As we navigate today's digital landscape filled with smartphones and video calls, let us remember that every call made or received carries with it echoes from decades past – reminding us that despite all advancements made over time, at its core, the telephone remains a symbol of human connection.