Fine Art Print : Home on a raft of logs - East Prussian Canal
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Home on a raft of logs - East Prussian Canal
Home on a raft of logs - East Prussian Canal. Date: circa 1920s
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Transport yourself to a bygone era with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'Home on a Raft of Logs - East Prussian Canal.' This evocative image, dating back to the 1920s, captures the essence of tranquility and resilience as a quaint home rests serenely atop a raft of logs, gently drifting along the East Prussian Canal. Add a touch of timeless charm to your living space with this stunning, rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online. Perfect for those who appreciate the beauty of history and the simple pleasures of rural life.
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 36.3cm x 50.8cm (14.3" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Home on a Raft of Logs - East Prussian Canal (circa 1920s): A captivating image of a simple yet resilient way of life along the East Prussian Canal. In this photograph, a small hut rests atop a raft made of logs, skillfully balanced and secured for a journey along the waterway. The image transports us back in time to an era when transportation relied heavily on the natural resources of the land and the ingenuity of the people. The East Prussian Canal, also known as the Preussisch-Ostpreußischer Kanal, was a vital waterway that connected the Vistula Lagoon with the Pregel River in East Prussia, now Poland and Russia. This canal system facilitated the movement of timber, lumber, and other cargoes from the forests of East Prussia to markets in the west. The boatman, likely a local resident, expertly navigates the raft through the canal, demonstrating the importance of waterways in the transportation of goods and the daily life of communities in this region. The temporary home on the raft serves as a testament to the resourcefulness and adaptability of those who lived and worked along the canal. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of transportation and the role it played in shaping the communities and economies of the past. The image also highlights the connection between the natural environment and human ingenuity, as people harnessed the power of waterways to move goods and build homes.
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