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Niagara, 1872. Creator: Samuel Valentine Hunt
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Niagara, 1872. Creator: Samuel Valentine Hunt
Niagara, 1872. View of Niagara Falls on the border between Canada and the USA. Frontispiece to " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In. Vol. I", edited by William Cullen Bryant. [D. Appleton and Company, New York, c1870]
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Niagara, 1872 - A Majestic Encounter of Nature's Power and Beauty
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. This print transports us back to the year 1872, offering a breathtaking view of Niagara Falls. The creator, Samuel Valentine Hunt, skillfully captures the awe-inspiring grandeur of this natural wonder that straddles the border between Canada and the United States. As we gaze upon this frontispiece from "Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In" edited by William Cullen Bryant, we are immediately drawn into a world where nature reigns supreme. With meticulous detail engraved on steel by Harry Fenn, every spray of water cascading down creates an atmosphere charged with drama. Hunt's composition invites us to immerse ourselves in this powerful scene. The roaring cataract plunges over the precipice with immense force as mist rises high into the air. It is impossible not to feel small in comparison to such raw natural phenomena. In this nineteenth-century depiction, Niagara Falls emerges as both a tourist attraction and a symbol of American pride. Its sheer magnitude reminds us of our country's vastness and untamed beauty. This engraving serves as an invitation for travelers seeking adventure or inspiration to witness firsthand one of nature's most extraordinary spectacles. With its timeless appeal and enduring allure, "Niagara, 1872" continues to captivate viewers today just as it did more than a century ago when it was first published by D. Appleton & Company
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