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A Wonderful Original Collection of Photographs Taken by W. Edward Gray from Kodak Colour Photography Scholarship of 1963.
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A Wonderful Original Collection of Photographs Taken by W. Edward Gray from Kodak Colour Photography Scholarship of 1963.

1940 - 1960
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For the vintage photography enthusiasts! A wonderful original collection of nearly 60 years old photographs from the Kodak colour photography scholarship of 1963. The photographs were taken by W. Edward Gray of Lancashire whilst staying in Americas part of the course. The photographs are a diverse mix of themes from home interiors, industrial scenes, aerial view from a plane and depictions of American life at the time. The photographs are from an era when colour photography was under development. They are a great opportunity to acquire a portfolio of works that show a slice of history from our ever-changing world & would make an incredible exhibit in a fashionable retro home or shop setting. £50 each sold as a job lot. £1450

Dimensions:- Landscape- with mount height 61cm, photo height 38cm, with mount width 55.5cm, photo width 48cm, depth 0.5cm

Portrait- with mount height 61cm, photo height 48cm, with mount width 48.5cm, photo width 38cm, depth 0.5cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
55.5cm (21.85")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Declaration

Designer Antiques4u has dated this 1960s Industrial Colour Photograph to the 1960s.

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SA970382
Dealers Internal Reference
HF1156
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For the vintage photography enthusiasts! A wonderful original collection of nearly 60 years old photographs from the Kodak colour photography scholarship of 1963. The photographs were taken by W. Edward Gray of Lancashire whilst staying in Americas part of the course.
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The photographs are a diverse mix of themes from home interiors, industrial scenes, aerial view from a plane and depictions of American life at the time.
Designer Antiques4u

The photographs are from an era when colour photography was under development. They are a great opportunity to acquire a portfolio of works that show a slice of history from our ever-changing world & would make an incredible exhibit in a fashionable retro home or shop setting. £50 each sold as a job lot. £1450

fig 1. A mounted mid-century colour photograph depicting a foundry worker pouring molten metal.
fig 1. A Wonderful Original Collection of Photographs Taken by W. Edward Gray from Kodak Colour Photography Scholarship of 1963.

Dimensions:- Landscape- with mount height 61cm, photo height 38cm, with mount width 55.5cm, photo width 48cm, depth 0.5cm

Portrait- with mount height 61cm, photo height 48cm, with mount width 48.5cm, photo width 38cm, depth 0.5cm

Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
55.5cm (21.85")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Date of Manufacture

Designer Antiques4u has dated this 1960s Industrial Colour Photograph to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers
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SA970382
Dealers Internal Ref
HF1156
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A mounted mid-century colour photograph depicting a foundry worker pouring molten metal.
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Archive I A mounted mid-century colour photograph depicting a foundry worker pouring molten metal.

A Wonderful Original Collection of Photographs Taken by W. Edward Gray from Kodak Colour Photography Scholarship of 1963.

Archive II A mounted mid-century colour photograph depicting a foundry worker pouring molten metal. View II
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Archive XIII A mounted mid-century colour photograph depicting a foundry worker pouring molten metal. View XIII
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A mounted mid-century colour photograph depicting a foundry worker pouring molten metal.
A wonderful original collection of photographs taken by W. Edward Gray from Kodak colour photography scholarship of 1963.
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A mounted mid-century colour photograph depicting a foundry worker pouring molten metal.
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  • ObjectPhotographs
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialPaper, Cardboard
  • ColourOrange
  • MotifsMounted card border, Industrial subject matter, High-contrast lighting
  • SizeH 61 cm (24 in) x W 55.5 cm (22 in) x D 0.5 cm (0 in)

An original mid-century colour photograph by W. Edward Gray from a Kodak colour photography scholarship of 1963, originating from Lancashire and depicting a foundry worker pouring molten metal with high-contrast lighting and an industrial subject matter. The piece takes the form of a mounted portrait print on paper and cardboard, featuring a pale neutral-toned card border framing an image dominated by vibrant orange hues from the glowing metal. The item is presented unframed on a mounted card border, showing the development era of early colour photography through a historical industrial scene. The dimensions measure 61 cm high, 55.5 cm wide, and 0.5 cm deep. This artwork suits placement above a sideboard in a retro home, a fashionable shop setting, or an industrial loft interior where mid-century photography serves as a striking wall display. The paper and cardboard construction holds the mounted card border firmly, presenting the historical American industrial scene clearly for vintage photography enthusiasts. The piece integrates into spaces themed around mid-century modern design or historical documentary works, adding a distinct visual focus to living areas or commercial spaces requiring a slice of history from the changing world of the 1960s.

FAQs

Industrial documentary photography from the 1960s focuses on post-war manufacturing, heavy industry, and manual labour. It highlights high contrast, dramatic natural or process lighting, and realistic depictions of work environments during the expansion of colour print media.

Mid-century colour photographs were primarily produced using chromogenic print processes on photographic paper. They were frequently mounted onto heavy card or board for display and structural support.

Authentic prints from this era often feature specific dye characteristics, subtle colour shifting over time, period-correct paper backings or stamp marks, and original thick card mounting board typical of exhibition presentations.

Industrial photographs pair well with contemporary metalwork, exposed brick walls, and minimalist timber furniture. Framing the piece in a slender black or dark wood frame creates visual structure without distracting from the photographic subject.

Colour photographic prints should be framed behind UV-protective glass to prevent colour fading. Display the print away from direct sunlight, humid environments, and extreme temperature fluctuations.
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