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GOLD PROSPECTOR / COLORADO
Gold prospectors at Leadville, Colorado Date: 1881
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Media ID 20144143
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Bubblepunk
1881 Colorado Leadville Metals Prospector Prospectors
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the thrilling history of the Gold Rush to your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of determined gold prospectors at work in Leadville, Colorado, 1881. Courtesy of Mary Evans Prints Online, this vintage photograph transports you back in time, with its rich colors and intriguing details. Our premium canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the authenticity and depth of the image, making it a stunning addition to any room in your home or office. Experience the magic of history in a whole new way with Media Storehouse Canvas Prints.
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 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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 evocative photograph captures the spirit of the American West during the height of the gold rush era, specifically in Leadville, Colorado in 1881. The image showcases a group of determined gold prospectors, each focused intently on their individual pans, searching for precious flecks of gold in the shallow creek bed. The rugged terrain and rocky landscape of the Colorado mountains provide a stark yet beautiful backdrop to their laborious efforts. The gold industry was a significant part of America's economic growth during the late 19th century, and the allure of striking it rich brought thousands of prospectors to the western frontier. Leadville, Colorado, was one of the most productive mining towns in the country, with over $300 million in gold and silver extracted from its mines between 1878 and 1893. Despite the harsh conditions, the prospectors in this photograph appear resolute, their faces etched with determination and hope. Their simple yet effective tools – pans, shovels, and sluice boxes – are testament to their resourcefulness and ingenuity. The sun casts long shadows over the scene, adding a sense of isolation and solitude to the image. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the promise of gold lured thousands to the wild frontier in search of fortune and adventure. The image serves as a reminder of the indomitable human spirit and the enduring allure of the American West.
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