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Female telephonists in Central Telephone Exchange
Central Telephone Exchange, rue de Lafayette, Paris, staffed by female telephonists. From Louis Figuier " Les Nouvelles Conquetes de la Science", 1883. Engraving
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Media ID 9700835
© Universal History Archive
1864 Chair Communication Historical Clothing Medium Group Of People Only Women Paris Table Technology Telecommunication Telecommunications Equipment Working
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print from Media Storehouse, featuring a captivating image of female telephonists at work in a Central Telephone Exchange in Paris, 1883. This intriguing engraving, sourced from Universal Images Group (UIG), offers a unique glimpse into the history of communication technology. Decorate your home or office with this timeless piece and add a touch of historical charm to your space.
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 59.4cm x 38.6cm (23.4" x 15.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the bustling Central Telephone Exchange in Paris, circa 1864. The image showcases a medium group of women telephonists diligently working at their stations, surrounded by an array of telecommunications equipment. With their historical clothing and poised demeanors, these female operators exude professionalism and dedication. Seated on wooden chairs around a long table, these women are the backbone of communication in this era. Their expertise lies in connecting callers through the intricate web of wires that crisscrosses above them. Each operator is focused on her task, attentively listening to instructions while swiftly maneuvering plugs into the corresponding sockets. The engraving beautifully captures both the technological advancements and societal progressiveness of its time. It symbolizes how women were not only capable but also essential contributors to this rapidly evolving field. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, it serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of communication technology. Yet it also highlights the importance of acknowledging those who paved the way for our modern conveniences. This enchanting illustration from Louis Figuier's "Les Nouvelles Conquetes de la Science" transports us back to an era where skilled female telephonists played a vital role in connecting people across distances within Paris' central telephone exchange on rue de Lafayette.
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