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Factory smokestacks
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1930s: Steel industry, factory smokestacks, Conshohocken, Pennsylvania. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)
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H. Armstrong Roberts
Media ID 11928350
1930 1939 1930s America American Behavior British Empire Commonwealth Company East Eastern Usa Evil Factory Figure Industrial Industry Keystone Metal Industry Mid Atlantic Negative Emotion North North America Northeast Pennsylvania Region State Steel Mill Human Body Part Keystone State
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of factory smokestacks by H. Armstrong Roberts. Captured in the 1930s, this evocative image transports you to an era of industrial might and progress. The black and white photograph showcases the towering smokestacks of a Pennsylvania steel factory, their plumes of smoke against the sky a testament to the power and energy of the industrial revolution. Add this timeless piece to your home or office to inspire and intrigue, and bring a touch of history into your space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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Factory Smokestacks - A Glimpse into America's Industrial Past
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. This photo print, taken in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania during the 1930s, offers a haunting portrayal of the steel industry's impact on the Keystone State. The towering smokestacks dominate the landscape, symbolizing both progress and environmental degradation. In this image captured by H. Armstrong Roberts, we witness the sheer magnitude of industrialization that defined America's mid-Atlantic region at that time. These smoke-belching giants were not just mere structures; they represented an era when factories churned out steel to fuel a growing nation. The photograph evokes mixed emotions as we contemplate the consequences of such rapid industrial expansion. While it showcases human ingenuity and economic growth, it also serves as a stark reminder of the negative effects on our environment and public health. Roberts' composition highlights these conflicting sentiments through his masterful use of light and shadow. The absence of people further emphasizes how these behemoths overshadowed individual lives in pursuit of progress. As we gaze upon this archival piece from Retrofile/Getty Images collection, let us reflect on our responsibility to learn from history. It reminds us to strike a balance between technological advancements and sustainable practices for future generations. This print is more than just an artistic representation; it is a visual testament to an era where factory smokestacks stood tall amidst both admiration and concern for their impact on society - past, present, and future.
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