“TIMBER OR COTTON OR IRON BARS”, “THE LOOKOUT TELEPHONES TO THE OFFICER ON THE BRIDGE”, “WESTERN ELECTRIC - THE RIGHT WAY TO TELEPHONE” This is a vintage American advertisement from the World War II era for Western Electric. The image is a vivid painting of a man in a yellow raincoat and hat, standing on the deck of a ship. The man is holding a telephone receiver to his ear, embodying the critical role of communication in maritime operations. In the background, a large ship looms in the fog, adding an element of mystery and adventure to the scene. The text on the image emphasizes the importan
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3448 x 4500 px | 29.2 x 38.1 cm | 11.5 x 15 inches | 300dpiDate taken:
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“TIMBER OR COTTON OR IRON BARS”, “THE LOOKOUT TELEPHONES TO THE OFFICER ON THE BRIDGE”, “WESTERN ELECTRIC - THE RIGHT WAY TO TELEPHONE” This is a vintage American advertisement from the World War II era for Western Electric. The image is a vivid painting of a man in a yellow raincoat and hat, standing on the deck of a ship. The man is holding a telephone receiver to his ear, embodying the critical role of communication in maritime operations. In the background, a large ship looms in the fog, adding an element of mystery and adventure to the scene. The text on the image emphasizes the importance of the lookout’s role and Western Electric’s contribution to effective communication. The graphic style of the advertisement is characteristic of mid-century design, with its bold colors, detailed illustrations, and dramatic composition. - American (U.S.) advertising, World War II era