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Portage des Chats



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Portage des Chats

Tinted steel engraving by British artist W. H. Bartlett of portage or carrying of canoes and equipment where waterfalls occur, 1840 Date: 1840

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Media ID 14165614

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Canoe Carry Chats Falls Forest Lift Lifting Pioneer Portage Raising Tinted Trappers Waterfall Wilderness Steel Engraving W H Bartlett


21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print

Experience the captivating beauty of nature through the exquisite Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning tinted steel engraving, titled "Portage des Chats" by W.H. Bartlett, showcases the determination and grace of early explorers as they navigate the rugged terrain, carrying their canoes and equipment around a series of waterfalls. Dated back to 1840, this rare and intricately detailed print from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you back in time, evoking a sense of adventure and wonder. Add this masterpiece to your home or office to inspire creativity, ignite conversation, and elevate your space with timeless artistry.

21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")

Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")

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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Portage des Chats

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is a captivating tinted steel engraving by the renowned British artist W.H. Bartlett, created in the year 1840. This masterpiece transports us back in time to the wild and untamed landscape of Canada, where the carrying of canoes and equipment over portages around waterfalls was a necessary part of pioneer life. The image showcases a group of intrepid trappers and their companions, skillfully raising and lifting their canoes and supplies over a series of cascading waterfalls. The tranquil water below the falls contrasts sharply with the dynamic scene of human effort and determination unfolding on the land. The dense forest in the background adds to the sense of wilderness and isolation, while the intricate details of the canoes and the trappers' clothing and equipment attest to the meticulous craftsmanship of Bartlett's artistry. The portage depicted in this engraving was a common occurrence in the fur trade era, when traders and explorers relied on waterways to traverse the vast expanses of the Canadian wilderness. The challenges of navigating around waterfalls and transporting their goods overland were a test of their strength, endurance, and resourcefulness. Bartlett's "Portage des Chats" is a stunning testament to the history and spirit of early Canadian exploration, offering a glimpse into a time when the natural beauty of the wilderness and the indomitable human spirit were intertwined in the pursuit of survival and discovery. This exquisite tinted steel engraving continues to captivate and inspire us with its intricate details, historical significance, and timeless allure.

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