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Post Office Wireless Stations and Fisheries
A simply magnificent, large scale, poster map of Post Office Wireless Stations commissioned by the General Post Office and designed by Leslie MacDonald Gill, 1939. The unusual depiction of the British Isles has allowed Gill to represent the relationship between the various stations. Full of the sort of detail you would expect from Gill, including merchant ships, trawlers, passenger liners and a warship. This rare example came from the estate of MacDonald Gill and would have been retained as a reference copy Date: 1939
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Media ID 32254492
© The Twentieth Century Posters Collection / Mary Evans
Allowed Commissioned Copy Depiction Estate Expect Fisheries Gill Including Isles Leslie Liners Macdonald Magnificent Merchant Office Publisher Rare Reference Relationship Represent Retained Scale Simply Sort Stations Trawlers Unusual Warship Wireless Designed
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring iconic designs from The Twentieth Century Posters Collection by Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating poster showcases a large-scale, vintage map of Post Office Wireless Stations, meticulously crafted by Leslie MacDonald Gill in 1939 for the General Post Office. Each print is a stunning testament to the rich history of communication and technology, making for an exceptional addition to any home or office décor. Immerse yourself in the charm of yesteryears with this magnificent piece of graphic art.
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 52.7cm x 42cm (20.7" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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 stunning, large-scale poster map, titled "Post Office Wireless Stations and Fisheries," is a rare and captivating example of British cartography from 1939. Commissioned by the General Post Office (GPO) and designed by the renowned artist Leslie MacDonald Gill, this poster map offers a unique and intricate representation of the British Isles and its surrounding waters. The map's primary focus is on the Post Office Wireless Stations, which are depicted with meticulous detail. Gill's unusual yet effective cartographic style allows for the clear illustration of the relationship between these stations, making it an invaluable reference tool for the GPO. The map also highlights various fisheries, including trawlers, merchant ships, passenger liners, and even a warship, adding depth and complexity to the image. The poster map's intricate detail is a testament to Gill's artistic talent and the high production values of the time. This particular example comes from the estate of MacDonald Gill and would have been retained as a reference copy. The map's rich history and rarity make it an essential addition to any collection of vintage cartography or British history. The Twentieth Century Posters Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online is proud to offer this magnificent piece of artwork for sale. It is an excellent conversation starter and a beautiful addition to any home or office space.
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