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World's Fair. Seven ages of man and the Bell System facade detail 1939 or 1940.
Gottscho-Schleisner, Inc.
1 slide : color ; 2x2 in.

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https://www.loc.gov/item/2018750372/

The image depicts a large, colorful illustration titled "The Seven Ages of Man and the Bell System." It features seven caricatured figures hanging from ropes or cables at different heights on what appears to be a façade. Each figure represents a stage in life according to Western philosophy: childhood, youth, middle age (with a hat), old age with glasses, mature man, elderly man, and an aged woman playing the violin.
The figures are dressed in various styles of clothing from early 20th-century fashion for men and women, ranging from suits to dresses. The background is white, emphasizing the vivid colors of their attire—red, green, brown, black, blue—and contrasting with the clear sky above. This piece seems like a display or an artwork related to Bell System's representation during World War II in 1940-45 and later exhibitions.
Additional information about this image can be found by referencing "World's Fair," where it is associated with Gottscho-Schleisner, Inc., which was involved in creating photography for the exhibition. The slide dimensions are a standard size of approximately two inches square (2x2 in.).

How about some retro phones too?

#Tech #RetroTech #VintageTech #RetroTelecom #BellSystems #RetroPhones #VintageAd #80sTech #RetroInnovation #TechHistory #Nostalgia

A retro advertisement from Bell showcasing a variety of telecommunication devices, including the AutoMatic TelePhone, Touch-a-Matic 12 dialer, and TeleHelper Speaker Phone. The devices feature one-touch dialing, answering services, and speakerphone capabilities. The ad highlights how these products enhance communication convenience. The image includes vintage phones with wood and beige finishes alongside bright labels for saved contacts

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