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Canvas Print : View of San Francisco Harbor, 1851 (daguerreotype)
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View of San Francisco Harbor, 1851 (daguerreotype)
2622391 View of San Francisco Harbor, 1851 (daguerreotype) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Historical view of San Francisco harbor; half-plate daguerreotype, 1851. Thought to be by the daguerrian photographer Sterling C. McIntyre.); Photo eGraphicaArtis; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22420812
© GraphicaArtis / Bridgeman Images
California Daguerreotype Downtown Gold Rush History Of Photography Merchant Ships Sailing Ships San Francisco Sepia Toned Waterfront
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the rich history of San Francisco to your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This stunning image, "View of San Francisco Harbor, 1851" by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder, captures a historical moment in time with breathtaking detail. Taken as a half-plate daguerreotype by an anonymous American photographer in the 19th century, this iconic view of the harbor showcases the bustling activity and promise of the young city. Our high-quality canvas prints are printed using archival inks and materials, ensuring your artwork will last for generations. Add this captivating piece to your collection and create a timeless conversation starter in your home or office.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
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This daguerreotype from 1851 offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the bustling San Francisco Harbor during the height of the Gold Rush era. The sepia-toned print showcases a cityscape teeming with activity, as merchant ships and sailing vessels dot the waterfront, creating an atmosphere of anticipation and opportunity. The half-plate daguerreotype, believed to be captured by renowned photographer Sterling C. McIntyre, transports us back in time to witness this pivotal moment in California's history. With its exquisite detail and clarity, this photograph stands as a testament to the early days of photography and its ability to freeze moments for eternity. As we study this image closely, we can almost feel the energy emanating from the harbor. The towering masts reach towards the sky while sailors scurry about their duties on deck. It is easy to imagine prospectors eagerly disembarking these vessels in search of fortune amidst San Francisco's booming economy. This historical artifact not only captures a specific place but also encapsulates an entire era defined by dreams of wealth and adventure. It serves as a reminder that photography has long been instrumental in documenting our world's most significant events and transformations. Preserved within private collections for years, this rare find now graces our eyes through Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection. Its inclusion among other iconic works further solidifies its status as an invaluable piece of photographic history that continues to captivate viewers today.
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