Press advertisment for British Coal In a photograph taken for a press ad a woman adjusts the volume on a radiogram Some forty years prior to micro audio systems being taken for granted these state of the art entertainment systems could be found in living rooms across the land Stereo sound was yet to be introduced so sound was reproduced in mono through a single speaker The photograph was taken to promote the use of coal in a competitive market place where the cleaner gas supply was gaining in popularity Taken in the heyday of coal production in the South Yorkshire area the photo was commissioned by British Coal who had their headquarters close to the studio in Mexborough where it was taken

Figurative Art

Think reality delights? You bet your walls do too. So, why not introduce them to our collection of figurative art. Make acquaintance with inspiring muses of famous masters or get a glimpse of pop culture icons caught on camera. Any masterpieces you choose will give your space a unique story to share in our handcrafted frames.

This genre of art involves a realistic depiction of living as well as inanimate objects. Artists like Jean Michel Basquiat, Norman Rockwell, and Banksy are renowned for giving a platform to cultural commentary and human experiences through their art.