Fine Art Print : Aerial view of Hog Island, Philadelphia, USA
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Aerial view of Hog Island, Philadelphia, USA
Aerial view of Hog Island, Philadelphia, USA. It was set up in 1917 for shipbuilding during World War One, and demolished in 1921. Ships built there were too late to take part in WW1, but many of them saw action during WW2. Date: January 1921
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Media ID 14135540
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
1921 Demolished Philadelphia Postwar Shipbuilding January
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history of Philadelphia with our exquisite fine art print of Hog Island from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating aerial view, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you back in time to 1917 when the island was established for shipbuilding during World War One. Witness the intricate details of the island's layout, now long gone, as it once stood before being demolished in 1921. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this stunning, rights managed print. Order yours today and let the story of Hog Island unfold.
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 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Aerial View of Hog Island, Philadelphia, USA (January 1921) - A haunting image of Hog Island in Philadelphia, USA, as it appeared in the aftermath of its brief but significant history in American industry. Established in 1917 for shipbuilding during World War One, the island was a crucial contributor to the country's war effort, despite the ships produced being too late to see action in the conflict. The island's industrial output continued into the post-war period, but its days were numbered. By January 1921, just two years after the end of the war, Hog Island was already being dismantled. The ruins of the shipbuilding facilities can be seen in this photograph, a poignant reminder of the island's former industrial prowess. The ships built on Hog Island went on to see action in World War Two, making a lasting impact on the global conflict. This image captures the transitional era of the 1920s, a time of great change and rebuilding in America's industrial heartland." "The photograph, taken in January 1921, offers a unique perspective on the history of Hog Island, which was located in the Delaware River. The island was a testament to the country's industrial capabilities during a time of war and economic uncertainty. The image is a poignant reminder of the island's brief but significant role in American history, and the passing of an era as the country moved into the 1920s." "This aerial view of Hog Island, Philadelphia, USA, is a historical record of an important chapter in American industrial history. The image is not to be confused with the Hog Island Shipbuilding Company, but rather a documentation of the physical site and its transformation from a bustling shipbuilding facility to a desolate landscape in just a few short years.
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