Poster Print : [Rail Road Bridge] / [Railroad Bridge, Cape Horn]

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[Rail Road Bridge] / [Railroad Bridge, Cape Horn]

[Rail Road Bridge] / [Railroad Bridge, Cape Horn]; Carleton Watkins, American, 1829 - 1916; 1860; Salted paper print; Image (dome-topped): 32.2 x 40.6 cm (12 11/16 x 16 in.), Mount: 49.2 x 59.7 cm (19 3/8 x 23 1/2 in.)

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Media ID 12651957

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1829 1860 1916 Bridge Cape Carleton Carleton Watkins Horn Rail Railroad Road Salted Watkins

18x24 inch Poster Print

Experience the majesty of the past with our Media Storehouse Rail Road Bridge poster print, featuring an iconic image from the Liszt Collection. This stunning photograph, taken by Carleton Watkins in 1860, captures the beauty and engineering marvel of a railroad bridge at Cape Horn. Printed in high-quality, this poster is a perfect addition to any room, bringing history and art into your space. The salted paper print, from the original 1860 negative, showcases the dome-topped bridge in exquisite detail, transporting you back in time. Order yours today and bring a piece of American history into your home or office.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "[Rail Road Bridge] / [Railroad Bridge, Cape Horn]" captures the remarkable work of Carleton Watkins, an esteemed American photographer from the 19th century. Taken in 1860 using a salted paper print technique, this image showcases Watkins' exceptional talent and keen eye for detail. The photograph features a magnificent railroad bridge spanning across Cape Horn, showcasing the impressive engineering feat of its time. The dome-topped structure stands tall and proud against the backdrop of nature's beauty. The composition is masterfully framed to highlight both the grandeur of the bridge and the surrounding landscape. Watkins' meticulous craftsmanship is evident in every aspect of this print. The clarity and precision with which he captured each element make it feel as though one could step right into this scene from history. With dimensions measuring 32.2 x 40.6 cm for the image itself and 49.2 x 59.7 cm for its mount, this artwork demands attention and invites viewers to immerse themselves in its rich details. As we admire this piece from Liszt Collection, let us appreciate not only Watkins' technical skill but also his ability to capture a moment frozen in time—a testament to human ingenuity harmonizing with nature's splendor. This photograph serves as a reminder that even amidst progress and industrialization, there remains an inherent connection between mankind's creations and our natural surroundings—an everlasting bond that continues to shape our world today.

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