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New Orleans docks under electric lights, 1880s
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New Orleans docks under electric lights, 1880s
Levee at night illuminated for the first time with electric lights, New Orleans, 1880s.
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 5886887
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1880s Boat Business Busy Cargo City Commerce Dock Electricity Invention Louisiana Mississippi River New Orleans River Boat Ship South Southern Steam Boat Technology Trade Transportation Water Front Wharf Electric Light Levee
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This hand-colored woodcut takes us back to the bustling docks of New Orleans in the 1880s. The image captures a significant moment in history when the levee was illuminated for the first time with electric lights, showcasing American innovation and progress. The scene depicts a vibrant cityscape bathed in an ethereal glow, as if transported into a dreamlike realm. The electric lights cast their radiance upon dockworkers scurrying about, engaged in busy trade and commerce. Ships of all sizes line the water front, representing the vital lifeline of transportation and cargo that fueled this thriving southern city. As we delve deeper into this vintage illustration, we are reminded of New Orleans' rich heritage and its pivotal role as a hub for both business and culture. The Mississippi River flows gracefully alongside the wharf, connecting New Orleans to other parts of North America through steam boats and river boats. This artwork serves as a testament to human ingenuity during an era defined by technological advancements. It encapsulates not only the transformative power of electricity but also highlights how it shaped society's relationship with waterways like never before. With every stroke on this woodcut print, history comes alive – revealing stories from centuries past while honoring New Orleans' unique place within United States history.
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