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Stafford - Printing Office: wood cut engraving, nd [19th cent] (print)
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Stafford - Printing Office: wood cut engraving, nd [19th cent] (print)
5898443 Stafford - Printing Office: wood cut engraving, nd [19th cent] (print) by English School; 7.6x5.1 cm; The William Salt Library, Stafford, UK; (add.info.: Showing the Printing Office at the junction of Newport Road and Bridge Street, more recently called the Grapes Corner. [Note by Miss Garbett, 1929; Presented by Mr. J. S. Horne.]); eWilliam Salt Library; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23571826
© William Salt Library / Bridgeman Images
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This print takes us back in time to the bustling Stafford Printing Office in the 19th century. The woodcut engraving, skillfully executed by an English School artist, measures 7.6x5.1 cm and is now housed at The William Salt Library in Stafford, UK. The image showcases the Printing Office situated at the intersection of Newport Road and Bridge Street, known as Grapes Corner in more recent times. A note from Miss Garbett in 1929 adds a historical touch to this remarkable piece of art. As we delve into this snapshot of history, we are transported to an era when printing was a meticulous craft that required immense dedication and precision. The scene captures the essence of a bygone era with its charming architecture and quaint surroundings. The enchanting print not only highlights the physical structure but also invites our imagination to envision what life may have been like inside those walls - ink-stained hands meticulously setting typefaces, clattering presses bringing words to life on paper, and dedicated individuals working tirelessly to disseminate knowledge through their printed creations. This evocative image serves as a testament to human ingenuity and creativity while reminding us of the importance of preserving our rich cultural heritage for future generations.
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