Framed Print : Erie Canal, Newark
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Erie Canal, Newark
ERIE CANAL A boat leaves the lock at Newark, New York
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Media ID 594878
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10047531
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the Erie Canal, Newark Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you back in time as a boat leaves the lock at Newark, New York, on the historic Erie Canal. The intricate details of the wooden boats and the lock's engineering are beautifully rendered in this timeless photograph. Our high-quality framed print is meticulously crafted to bring out the rich colors and textures of the original image, making it a stunning addition to any home or office. Experience the beauty and history of the Erie Canal with this exquisite framed print.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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
A Boat Leaves the Lock at Newark, New York: A Snapshot of History on the Erie Canal (circa 1910) This evocative photograph captures a moment in time as a boat leaves the lock at Newark, New York, on the historic Erie Canal. The image, taken around 1910, offers a glimpse into the past, when the canal was a vital transportation artery connecting the eastern seaboard with the Great Lakes and the Midwest. The Erie Canal, completed in 1825, revolutionized transportation in the United States, allowing goods to be transported from Albany, New York, to Buffalo, New York, and beyond, via water instead of the more laborious and costly overland routes. The canal system consisted of a series of locks, including the one featured in this photograph, which enabled boats to navigate the significant height difference between the watersheds of the Hudson River and the Great Lakes. In this photograph, the boat, with its tall, wooden sides and paddlewheel at the rear, is poised to embark on the next leg of its journey. The lock gates, which can be seen partially open in the background, have allowed the boat to fill with water, preparing it for the transition to the next level. The calm waters and gentle reflections of the surrounding landscape create a serene and idyllic scene, belied by the industrious activity that would have taken place just moments before and after this moment was captured. As we gaze at this image, we are transported back in time, to a period when the Erie Canal played a crucial role in the economic and social development of the United States. This photograph serves as a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the engineers and laborers who built the canal, and to the boatmen who navigated its waters, connecting the nation and shaping its history.
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