Photographic print envelope
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Photographic print envelope
Photographic film envelope advertising Kodak and Brownie cameras, with the developers name and address: R Jalbhoy, Elphinstone Street, Karachi, India. The customers name is George Tuckwell, the cost of developing is three rupees for one print, and the date is 19 December 1925. Date: 1925
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Media ID 14226790
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Address Brownie Camera Cameras Colonialism Cost Developing Elphinstone Envelope Handwriting Karachi Kodak Photographia Photographic Photos Printing 1925 December
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases an intriguing piece of photographic history from the colonial era of the 1920s. The image features a vintage photographic print envelope, adorned with advertisements for Kodak and Brownie cameras. The envelope, with its faded and worn appearance, bears the name and address of R Jalbhoy, located on Elphinstone Street in Karachi, India. The recipient of the developed print is identified as George Tuckwell. The envelope, inscribed with handwritten details, reveals that the cost for developing one print was a modest three rupees. The date, 19 December 1925, is clearly visible, providing a tangible connection to the past. The advertisements on the envelope promote the convenience and ease of using Kodak and Brownie cameras, emphasizing the accessibility of photography during this era. This photograph offers a glimpse into the thriving photographic trade in Asia during the British colonial period. The presence of a local service provider like R Jalbhoy highlights the growing popularity of photography among the populace, as well as the role of local entrepreneurs in catering to this demand. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the rich history of photography and its evolution in the 20th century.
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