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ELECTRIC POWER STATION. An 1886 American newspaper advertisement for the Westinghouse
ELECTRIC POWER STATION.
An 1886 American newspaper advertisement for the Westinghouse electric power stations
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Media ID 12406796
1886 Advertising Carbon Filament Electric Electricity Lightbulb Power Science Station Westinghouse
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's captivating Poster Prints featuring an authentic 1886 American newspaper advertisement for Westinghouse Electric Power Stations. This vintage treasure showcases the groundbreaking innovation of the era, as Westinghouse proudly promoted their revolutionary electric power technology. Add a touch of history and industrial charm to your space with this intriguing and visually striking poster, expertly printed on high-quality paper for lasting vibrancy and detail. Bring the past to life in your home or office.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.5cm x 59.4cm (15.9" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the late 19th century, showcasing an intriguing advertisement for the Westinghouse Electric Power Station. Published in an American newspaper in 1886, this vintage ad offers a glimpse into the revolutionary world of electricity that was just beginning to illuminate our lives. The image depicts a carefully crafted text-based advertisement, highlighting the cutting-edge technology of electric power stations. The bold typography draws attention to the words "ELECTRIC POWER STATION" emphasizing their significance in this era of scientific advancements. It is fascinating to see how advertising techniques have evolved over time, as this simple yet impactful layout effectively conveys its message without any visual imagery. At a time when carbon filament lightbulbs were still considered groundbreaking inventions, this advertisement serves as a testament to human ingenuity and progress. It reminds us of the pivotal role played by companies like Westinghouse in shaping modern society through technological innovations. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from Granger Art on Demand, we are transported back to an era where electricity was still a marvel and power stations were at the forefront of scientific exploration. This photograph invites us to reflect on how far we have come since then while appreciating those who paved the way for our electrified world today.
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