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On the Upper Arkansas, c. 1870 (stereograph)
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On the Upper Arkansas, c. 1870 (stereograph)
862498 On the Upper Arkansas, c.1870 (stereograph) by Chamberlain, William Gunnison (1815-1910); 10x19 cm; Denver Public Library, Western History Collection; (add.info.: Possibly the Henry Sager Family); eDenver Public Library; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23500594
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On the Upper Arkansas, c. 1870
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captures a picturesque scene of rural America in the late 19th century. The stereograph, taken by William Gunnison Chamberlain, showcases the beauty and tranquility of the upper Arkansas River. In this image, we see a family - possibly the Henry Sager Family - crossing the river on a wooden bridge. They are accompanied by their wagons filled with all their travel gear, as they navigate through swift rapids and treacherous waters. The covered wagons symbolize their nomadic lifestyle as they explore remote regions of North America. The landscape is breathtakingly wild and untouched, with towering timber framing the riverbanks. It is an American West that still retains its untamed allure. This photograph offers us a glimpse into a time when families embarked on daring adventures to seek new opportunities in uncharted territories. The composition evokes feelings of nostalgia for simpler times when camping under starry skies was commonplace and bridges were essential lifelines connecting communities across vast landscapes. This print from Fine Art Finder serves as a reminder of our rich history and how far we have come in terms of transportation and infrastructure development. It invites us to reflect on our ancestors' resilience and resourcefulness as they forged paths through challenging terrains like those found along the Upper Arkansas River in Colorado. Overall, "On the Upper Arkansas, c. 1870" encapsulates both natural beauty and human determination against nature's obstacles during an era defined by exploration and adventure in America's
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