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Photographic Print : Swimmers Floating in Great Salt Lake. ca. 1942, West of Salt Lake City, Utah, USA, 1004-BATHING AT SALTAIR-GREAT SALE LAKE, UTAH. FLOATING LIKE A CORK. 18 miles west of Salt Lake City, Utah, is an inland sea covering an area of 2, 000 square miles-75 miles long with a maximum width of 50 miles. It contains a higher percentage (21%) of common salt than any other large body of water in the world. Bathers enjoy the exhilarating experience of swimming in its water, so buoyant that it is impossible to sink. Saltair is a unique pleasure resort built on the shore of the lake. Its dance pavilion is one of the largest in the world
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Swimmers Floating in Great Salt Lake. ca. 1942, West of Salt Lake City, Utah, USA, 1004-BATHING AT SALTAIR-GREAT SALE LAKE, UTAH. FLOATING LIKE A CORK. 18 miles west of Salt Lake City, Utah, is an inland sea covering an area of 2, 000 square miles-75 miles long with a maximum width of 50 miles. It contains a higher percentage (21%) of common salt than any other large body of water in the world. Bathers enjoy the exhilarating experience of swimming in its water, so buoyant that it is impossible to sink. Saltair is a unique pleasure resort built on the shore of the lake. Its dance pavilion is one of the largest in the world
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Lithographs Offset Lithographs Photolithographs Planographic Prints Recreation Salt Lake City Salt Lake County Southwestern United States Transfer Prints Utah
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Experience the unique buoyancy of Great Salt Lake with this vintage photograph from our Media Storehouse collection. Taken circa 1942, the image captures swimmers effortlessly floating in the saline waters of Saltair, Utah. The lake, which covers over 2,000 square miles and contains 21% salt, is renowned for its buoyant properties, making swimming an exhilarating experience. Saltair, a popular pleasure resort on the lake's shore, is home to a large dance pavilion, adding to the lively atmosphere. Transport yourself back in time with this captivating snapshot of a bygone era.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.5cm (11" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a group of swimmers floating effortlessly in the Great Salt Lake, Utah, around 1942. Located just 18 miles west of Salt Lake City, this inland sea spans an impressive area of 2,000 square miles with a length of 75 miles and a maximum width of 50 miles. What makes this lake truly remarkable is its high concentration of common salt, boasting a staggering percentage of 21%, higher than any other large body of water in the world. Bathers flock to this unique natural wonder to experience the exhilarating sensation of swimming in its buoyant waters. The lake's salinity is so intense that it renders sinking impossible; instead, swimmers find themselves effortlessly floating like corks on its surface. This extraordinary phenomenon creates an unforgettable and almost magical experience for all who venture into these briny depths. Nestled along the shore lies Saltair, an exceptional pleasure resort that has become synonymous with leisure and entertainment. Its grand dance pavilion stands as one of the largest worldwide—a testament to the allure and popularity surrounding this picturesque destination. This timeless image serves as a window into history, transporting us back to an era where people sought respite from daily life by immersing themselves in nature's wonders. It reminds us not only of our fascination with natural phenomena but also our desire for joyous moments shared among friends amidst breathtaking surroundings.
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