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Operators of a Type Composing Machine
Two men operate a type composing machine. The machines collect and arrange the metal types used in early film photographic printing processes, a job previously done by human hand, and was highly complex for the time. This particular machine was invented by the Swede Alexander Lagerman, and was used in Dowgate Hill, London. Date: 1885
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1885 Alexander Compose Composing Composite Compositor Machinery Nineteeth Operate Operator Operators Photographic Press Printing
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.3cm x 39.6cm (10" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
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.
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This photograph, taken in 1885, showcases two dedicated operators skillfully working with a groundbreaking Type Composing Machine at Dowgate Hill, London. The machine, an invention of the Swedish innovator Alexander Lagerman, revolutionized the early film photographic printing process by automating the laborious task of collecting and arranging metal types. Previously, this intricate process had been carried out meticulously by hand. The Type Composing Machine, a marvel of 19th-century machinery, was a significant advancement in the realm of photography. It played a crucial role in the composite or compositor stage of the photographic process, where individual letters or characters were arranged to form words and sentences on a printing plate. This was an essential step in creating the final photographic image. The complexity of the machine is evident in the operators' focused expressions and the myriad of levers, gears, and metal types surrounding them. The machine's ability to automate this laborious process not only increased efficiency but also reduced the potential for human error. This technological advancement was a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of the late 19th century, paving the way for further advancements in photographic technology and mass production. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a window into the intricacies of early photographic processes and the dedicated individuals who brought them to life. The operators' unwavering concentration and the intricate machinery they work with serve as a reminder of the rich history of photography and the continuous evolution of technology in the field.
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