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Prairie Fires of the Great West. Print published by Currier & Ives, New York 1871. Locomotive with cowcatcher and headlamp hauls passenger train across prairie while buffalo stampede in face of fire. Lithograph
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Prairie Fires of the Great West. Print published by Currier & Ives, New York 1871. Locomotive with cowcatcher and headlamp hauls passenger train across prairie while buffalo stampede in face of fire. Lithograph
538872 Prairie Fires of the Great West. Print published by Currier & Ives, New York 1871. Locomotive with cowcatcher and headlamp hauls passenger train across prairie while buffalo stampede in face of fire. Lithograph. by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M. (1824-95); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 25897644
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1871 Buffalo Cowcatcher Currier Fires Ives Locomotive Passenger Prairie Published Rail Stampede West York Hauls Headlamp
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This lithograph, titled "Prairie Fires of the Great West" published by Currier & Ives in 1871, transports us back to the untamed American frontier of the 19th century. The scene depicted is both awe-inspiring and perilous. In the foreground, a powerful locomotive with its cowcatcher and headlamp charges forward, hauling a passenger train across the vast prairie. Its iron wheels churn up clouds of dust as it cuts through the rugged landscape. The train represents progress and civilization pushing further into uncharted territories. However, what truly captures our attention is the dramatic buffalo stampede unfolding before our eyes. In their path lies an approaching fire that engulfs everything in its wake. The majestic creatures are seen running for their lives, desperately trying to escape this deadly inferno. It serves as a poignant reminder of how nature can be both beautiful and unforgiving. The artist's skillful use of color and detail brings this chaotic moment to life on paper. Every brushstroke conveys movement and energy, immersing us in this wild spectacle. This print not only showcases America's westward expansion but also highlights humanity's constant struggle against nature's forces. It serves as a testament to mankind's determination to conquer new frontiers while respecting and navigating through the challenges presented by Mother Nature herself. Overall, "Prairie Fires of the Great West" is a visual masterpiece that encapsulates both historical significance and artistic brilliance from one of America
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