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Poster Print : BISHOP HILL COLONY, 1875. Harvesting at Bishop Hill Colony, Illinois, founded, 1846, by the Swedish Pietist Erik Jansson. Oil on canvas, 1875, by Olaf Kraus, a member of the colony
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BISHOP HILL COLONY, 1875. Harvesting at Bishop Hill Colony, Illinois, founded, 1846, by the Swedish Pietist Erik Jansson. Oil on canvas, 1875, by Olaf Kraus, a member of the colony
BISHOP HILL COLONY, 1875.
Harvesting at Bishop Hill Colony, Illinois, founded, 1846, by the Swedish Pietist Erik Jansson. Oil on canvas, 1875, by Olaf Kraus, a member of the colony
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Media ID 6181992
1875 Agriculture Cloud Colony Farmer Farming Field Harvest Harvesting Horizon Illinois Member Mid West Olaf Pietist Prosperity Religion Religious Society Utopian Wheat Bishop Hill Communal Erik Jansson Kraus
20x30 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning Bishop Hill Colony, 1875 poster print. This beautiful oil on canvas painting, created by Olaf Kraus, a member of the colony, captures the essence of rural life during this unique community's harvest season. Founded in 1846 by Swedish Pietist Erik Jansson, Bishop Hill Colony in Illinois is a fascinating piece of American history. Bring the past to life in your home or office with this authentic and captivating work of art from our Media Storehouse collection.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
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.
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This print takes us back to the year 1875, capturing a moment of bustling activity in Bishop Hill Colony, Illinois. Founded nearly three decades earlier by Swedish Pietist Erik Jansson, this utopian community was established with a vision of religious prosperity and communal living. The oil on canvas artwork, skillfully created by Olaf Kraus - himself a member of the colony - showcases the essence of life in this tight-knit society. The painting depicts an idyllic scene set against a vast horizon adorned with billowing clouds. A group of hardworking farmers can be seen diligently harvesting wheat from the bountiful fields. As we delve into the details, it becomes evident that both men and women actively participated in this laborious task. Their dedication to their work is palpable as they gather and bundle sheaves of wheat under the warm midwestern sun. This piece not only captures an important historical moment but also serves as a testament to the resilience and unity found within Bishop Hill Colony. It symbolizes their unwavering commitment to their faith, agriculture, and each other. Preserved within The Granger Collection's Carousel Collection, this remarkable painting offers viewers an opportunity to step back in time and witness firsthand the spirit that thrived within this unique community during its formative years.
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