Fine Art Print : 1869 Continental Link
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1869 Continental Link
The Union Pacific Railroad, the first transcontinental rail link, is completed at Promontory Point, Utah - Hold still, everyone, for the photographer ! Date: 10 May 1869
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1869 Completed Continental Hold Link Pacific Photographer Point Promontory Rail Road Transcontinental Utah
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of the 1869 Continental Link completion ceremony at Promontory Point, Utah. Witness the historic moment as the Union Pacific Railroad and Central Pacific Railroad join together, marking the first transcontinental rail link in the United States. Captured by Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed image transports you back in time, making for a stunning addition to any home or office decor. Experience the rich history and intrigue of the American frontier through this beautiful, high-quality print.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 37.5cm (20" x 14.8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This historic photograph captures a pivotal moment in American transportation history: the completion of the first transcontinental rail link at Promontory Point, Utah, on May 10, 1869. The Union Pacific Railroad and the Central Pacific Railroad had been racing to meet at this point to join their tracks, creating a continuous railroad route from the eastern United States to the west coast. In this image, workers from both railroads gather around the "Golden Spike," the final ceremonial spike that would officially connect the two lines. The Union Pacific's locomotive, the "Jupiter," and the Central Pacific's "No. 119," are positioned nose-to-nose, symbolizing the unity and collaboration that made this achievement possible. The photographer, unidentified but undoubtedly present for this historic occasion, captured the scene with great detail, from the determined expressions on the faces of the workers to the intricate machinery of the locomotives. This moment marked the beginning of a new era in transportation and communication, making it possible for people and goods to travel across the country more efficiently than ever before.
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