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California: Oakland, Lake Merritt, in the heart of the city, surrounded by great buildings and many beautiful homes (b / w photo)
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California: Oakland, Lake Merritt, in the heart of the city, surrounded by great buildings and many beautiful homes (b / w photo)
6024759 California: Oakland, Lake Merritt, in the heart of the city, surrounded by great buildings and many beautiful homes (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oakland, Lake Merritt, in the heart of the city, surrounded by great buildings and many beautiful homes. Illustration for A Picture Journey Through California (Sunset Press, with the cooperation of Southern Pacific Company, c 1927).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23579188
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Beauty Ideal California Californian Heart Homes Surrounded Beauties Lake Merritt Oakland
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This print captures the essence of California's Oakland, specifically Lake Merritt, nestled in the heart of the bustling city. The image showcases a picturesque scene with great buildings towering over many beautiful homes, creating a harmonious blend of architecture and nature. Taken by an American photographer in the 19th century, this photograph is now part of a private collection. It was later featured as an illustration in "A Picture Journey Through California" published by Sunset Press in collaboration with Southern Pacific Company around 1927. The view depicted here offers a glimpse into the history and charm of early 20th-century Oakland. The sight is reminiscent of the vibrant twenties era when this photograph was taken. As we explore this snapshot from another time, it transports us to a different world within twentieth-century America. Lake Merritt acts as both a centerpiece and sanctuary amidst urban life. Surrounded by impressive structures that showcase architectural prowess, it stands as a testament to human ingenuity coexisting harmoniously with natural beauty. This image not only highlights the beauty idealized during that period but also serves as an important historical document capturing Oakland's development during its formative years. It represents an era when progress met aesthetics to create stunning landscapes like this one. As we gaze upon this piece from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded of how cities evolve while retaining their unique character throughout time.
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