Metal Print : Chicago Stockyards 15
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Chicago Stockyards 15
Every year, between 3 and 4 million cows enter the Chicago stockyards, ending up as carcases in refrigerated rooms before being despatched to their destinations
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Media ID 4375319
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Butchery Chicago Destinations Ending Enter Meat Million Refrigerated Rooms Slaughter Stock Yards Carcases Despatched Year
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the raw energy and history of the Chicago Stockyards with our stunning Metal Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an evocative image of this iconic site. With over 3 million cattle passing through each year, the Chicago Stockyards have long been a symbol of the American Midwest's rich agricultural heritage. This high-quality Metal Print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, brings the grit and determination of this historic location into your home or office. The vibrant colors and exceptional detail are sure to captivate, while the durable metal surface adds a modern and sleek touch. Order now and bring a piece of American history into your space.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
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
This evocative photograph captures the bustling activity of Chicago Stock Yards in 1911, a time when approximately 3-4 million cows annually entered this historic site. The image transports us back in time to an era when the livestock industry was at its peak. The scene before us is one of industry and transformation. Cows, some led by handlers, others milling about in pens, await their turn to be weighed, inspected, and sorted for their next destination. The air is thick with the scent of livestock and the sounds of commerce. The Chicago Stock Yards, established in the late 1860s, played a pivotal role in the American meat industry. The cows, once processed, were transported to refrigerated rooms where they were transformed into carcasses. These carcasses were then despatched to their final destinations, supplying meat to cities and towns across the country. The process was a complex one, involving a multitude of workers and businesses. Butchers, packers, railroad workers, and livestock handlers all played their part in ensuring the smooth operation of the stockyards. Despite the industrial nature of the scene, there is a sense of order and efficiency. The cows are herded through the pens, their movements carefully orchestrated by the workers. The rail cars, waiting to be filled with meat, stand ready to transport the final product to its ultimate destination. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the Chicago Stock Yards were the heart of the American meat industry. It is a reminder of the historical significance of this site, and the role it played in shaping the food industry as we know it today.
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