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Type being set at the White Rose Press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. Artist
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Type being set at the White Rose Press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. Artist
Type being set at the White Rose Press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. Movable type being set on a monotype caster
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Caster Doncaster Machine Machinery Mexborough Michael Michael Walters Monotype Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Printworks South Yorkshire Typesetting Walters White Rose Press Company
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Capturing the Essence of a Bygone Era - Type Being Set at the White Rose Press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968
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. This photograph transports us back to the industrial heartland of Mexborough in South Yorkshire during the swinging sixties. The image showcases an intricate process that was once at the forefront of printing technology - movable type being set on a monotype caster. Inside the bustling White Rose Press building, we witness skilled craftsmen meticulously arranging individual metal letters into composing sticks. Their hands move with precision and expertise as they assemble words and sentences that will soon grace pages across Britain. The scene is filled with an air of nostalgia as rows upon rows of towering machinery hum rhythmically in this hive of activity. The monochrome palette adds to the timeless quality, emphasizing both the craftsmanship involved and its historical significance. Photographer Michael Walters has masterfully captured this moment in time, preserving not only a snapshot of British industry but also paying homage to a fading art form. Through his lens, we are transported into an era where technology met tradition; where human skill merged seamlessly with mechanical innovation. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd. , we are reminded that behind every printed word lies countless hours of dedication and expertise. This image serves as a tribute to those unsung heroes who played their part in shaping our literary landscape while simultaneously evoking feelings of admiration for their craftmanship within us all.
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