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Fine Art Print : RAILROADING: PRAIRIE FIRES. Prairie Fires of the Great West: lithograph, 1872, by Currier & Ives
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RAILROADING: PRAIRIE FIRES. Prairie Fires of the Great West: lithograph, 1872, by Currier & Ives
RAILROADING: PRAIRIE FIRES.
Prairie Fires of the Great West: lithograph, 1872, by Currier & Ives
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Media ID 6186859
1870s 1872 Action Burn Currier Fire Geology Great Plains Ives Merritt Nathaniel Plains Prairie Steam Train Westward Expansion Wild Fire
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the raw beauty and power of the American West with our Fine Art Print of "Prairie Fires of the Great West: Railroading" by Currier & Ives, a classic lithograph from 1872. This stunning piece captures the essence of the frontier spirit, with a mesmerizing scene of a train cutting through the prairie as flames dance among the grasslands. Add this historic masterpiece to your home or office decor and bring the rich history of railroading and the American West into your space. Order now from Media Storehouse's extensive collection of Fine Art Prints, available through Granger Art on Demand.
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 37.4cm (20" x 14.7")
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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RAILROADING - PRAIRIE FIRES - Capturing the Wild Flames of Westward Expansion
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This lithograph, created in 1872 by Currier & Ives, transports us back to the late American frontier during a time of great transformation. Titled "Prairie Fires of the Great West" this print vividly depicts the dramatic clash between man and nature as steam-powered locomotives traverse through the untamed plains. The artist skillfully captures the intensity and chaos of a prairie fire engulfing the landscape, with billowing smoke and flames threatening to consume everything in their path. The train races against time, its powerful engine churning out plumes of black smoke as it speeds towards safety. The scene is both awe-inspiring and terrifying, showcasing the immense power and danger that accompanied westward expansion. In this lithograph, Nathaniel Currier and James Merritt Ives masterfully convey not only a momentous event but also symbolize America's relentless spirit of progress. As settlers pushed further into uncharted territories, they faced numerous challenges including unpredictable fires that swept across vast prairies. Yet despite these obstacles, they persevered in their quest for growth and opportunity. This artwork serves as a visual reminder of our nation's rich history – an era defined by exploration, innovation, and resilience. It invites us to reflect on how far we have come while acknowledging those who braved adversity to shape our present-day society. As we gaze upon this
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