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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
Greetings Card (A5)
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of vintage-inspired greeting cards, featuring an enchanting image of Oscar Blackfords printing works book-binding room in Truro, Cornwall, from the Royal Cornwall Museum. Step back in time with this charming snapshot of the early 1900s, showcasing the intricate art of bookbinding in the heart of Cornwall. The black and white photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, with the building's original name, The Great House, proudly displayed above the door. Add a touch of history and nostalgia to your correspondence with these beautifully designed greeting cards. Perfect for anniversaries, birthdays, or just to brighten someone's day, our Media Storehouse collection is sure to leave a lasting impression. Bringing the rich heritage of Cornwall's printing history to your doorstep, each card is a piece of art that tells a story. Order yours today and transport your loved ones to another time and place.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 14.5cm (8.3" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")
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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