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Framed Print : JOHNSTOWN FLOOD, 1889. The relief station and morgue at the Pennsylvania Railroad depot at Johnstown, Pennsylvania, after the town was destroyed on 31 May 1889. Wood engraving from a contemporary American newspaper
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JOHNSTOWN FLOOD, 1889. The relief station and morgue at the Pennsylvania Railroad depot at Johnstown, Pennsylvania, after the town was destroyed on 31 May 1889. Wood engraving from a contemporary American newspaper
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Media ID 7512845
1889 Barrel Flood Johnstown Morgue Rail Road Railroad Station
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our captivating Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This antique wood engraving, titled "Johnstown Flood, 1889," depicts the aftermath of the devastating flood that hit Johnstown, Pennsylvania. The poignant image shows the relief station and morgue at the Pennsylvania Railroad depot, a poignant reminder of the town's destruction on May 31, 1889. Add this historical piece to your home or office, and let the rich storytelling of this vintage print transport you back to a bygone era. Courtesy of The Granger Collection, this Framed Print is a beautiful addition to any collection of historical or antique art.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting print captures the aftermath of one of America's deadliest natural disasters - the Johnstown Flood of 1889. The scene depicts the Pennsylvania Railroad depot in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, transformed into a relief station and morgue following the town's devastating destruction on May 31st. The wood engraving from a contemporary American newspaper showcases the somber reality faced by this once-thriving community. Men and women can be seen gathered inside the depot, their faces etched with grief and disbelief. The interior is filled with barrels, serving as makeshift furniture or perhaps holding supplies for those seeking refuge. The image serves as a chilling reminder of nature's power to wreak havoc upon human lives. It speaks volumes about resilience in times of tragedy, as survivors come together to provide aid and comfort amidst unimaginable loss. Preserved through time by The Granger Collection, this photograph allows us to bear witness to history and reflect upon our own vulnerability in the face of natural disasters. It stands as a testament to both human strength and fragility – an enduring symbol that reminds us to cherish life's fleeting moments while also preparing for unforeseen challenges that may lie ahead.
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