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    1914 American Mercantile Life: Smith & Weeks Scene
    1914 American Mercantile Life: Smith & Weeks Scene
    1914 American Mercantile Life: Smith & Weeks Scene

    1914 American Mercantile Life: Smith & Weeks Scene

    $19.95

    The glass negative titled Smith & Weeks, created in 1914, captures a moment that reflects the commercial landscape of early 20th-century America. The Bain News Service, known for its pioneering work in photojournalism, produced this image. At that time, businesses were increasingly looking to visually brand and promote their products, marking a shift in marketing strategies that would flourish in the decades to come.

    Smith & Weeks likely showcases individuals or items related to a specific business or event that was significant during that era. The early 1900s were a time of great change in the United States, with industries evolving rapidly due to technological advancements. Photography was a key tool for documenting these developments, allowing businesses and news outlets to convey their messages more effectively to a broad audience. The work of Bain News Service, particularly through negatives like this one, contributed to the growing interest in visual storytelling that characterized modern journalism.

    With a professional focus on high-quality images, Bains studio helped shape the ways in which Americans consumed news and marketed goods. The image serves as a historical artifact, providing insight into the practices of commerce and media of the time. Through photographs like Smith & Weeks, we can glean a better understanding of the social and economic conditions that defined early 20th-century America.

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    1914 American Mercantile Life: Smith & Weeks Scene

    1914 American Mercantile Life: Smith & Weeks Scene

    8" x 10"
    $19.95
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