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Fine Art Print : Clipper ship loading supplies for the California gold fields
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Clipper ship loading supplies for the California gold fields
Clipper ship R.B. Forbes in Boston, taking on cargo for California, 1851.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5886421
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1851 Boston California Gold Rush Cargo City East Eastern Gold Rush Harbor Maritime Massachusetts Merchant Ship New England Port Port City Sailing Ship Sea Port Ship Wharf Wooden Ship Clipper Clipper Ship East Coast
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of the Clipper ship R.B. Forbes loading supplies for the California gold fields. This stunning 19th-century hand-colored woodcut, sourced from North Wind Picture Archives, transports you to an era of adventure and opportunity. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and intricate details that bring history to life in your home or office. Elevate your space with a piece of historical art that tells a story of courage, ambition, and the allure of the California Gold Rush.
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.
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This hand-colored woodcut print transports us back to the bustling city of Boston in 1851. The image showcases a magnificent clipper ship, the R. B. Forbes, as it prepares to set sail for the California gold fields. Loaded with supplies and cargo, this vessel symbolizes both the American spirit of adventure and the promise of untold riches that drew countless fortune seekers during the famous Gold Rush. The scene captures a moment at one of Boston's historic wharves, where maritime trade thrived in this thriving port city. The wooden ship stands tall against a backdrop of other vessels and bustling activity, highlighting its significance as an iconic representation of New England's seafaring heritage. The artwork beautifully illustrates the intricate details of this 19th-century sailing ship - from its towering masts adorned with billowing sails to its meticulously crafted hull. It serves as a testament to both artistic skill and historical accuracy. As we gaze upon this vintage illustration, we are transported back in time to an era when ships like these were lifelines connecting East Coast cities like Boston with distant lands across vast oceans. This visual window into history reminds us of America's rich maritime past and invites us to imagine ourselves aboard that very clipper ship bound for new horizons amidst the excitement and uncertainty of California's gold rush era.
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