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Poster Print : The great gusher at the Lakeview oil well in Kern County, California. Photographed in April 1910
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The great gusher at the Lakeview oil well in Kern County, California. Photographed in April 1910
CALIFORNIA: OIL WELL, 1910.
The great gusher at the Lakeview oil well in Kern County, California. Photographed in April 1910
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Media ID 8244789
1910 California Derrick Drilling Gusher Industry Oil Well Petroleum Kern County Turn Of Century
20x30 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print, featuring The Granger Collection's iconic image of "California: Oil Well, 1910." Witness the awe-inspiring sight of the great gusher at the Lakeview oil well in Kern County, California, captured in April 1910. This historical poster print brings the spirit of the early 20th century oil rush to your home or office, making it a perfect conversation starter. Order now and relive the past with this unique and captivating piece.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the awe-inspiring sight of "The great gusher at the Lakeview oil well in Kern County, California". Taken in April 1910, this image showcases a pivotal moment in American history as it depicts the early days of the booming oil industry. In this snapshot from over a century ago, we witness a massive drilling derrick towering above the barren landscape. The sheer size and power of this structure serve as a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of natural resources during that era. As if frozen in time, thick plumes of petroleum shoot up into the sky with incredible force, creating an impressive spectacle known as a "gusher". Located in Kern County, California - renowned for its rich oil reserves - this particular well symbolizes both progress and opportunity. It represents an era when individuals were willing to take risks and push boundaries to tap into new sources of wealth. Photographed by The Granger Collection, one cannot help but marvel at how far technology has advanced since then. This image serves as a reminder of our collective past while also highlighting the importance of preserving our environment for future generations. As we gaze upon this historical print, let us reflect on how industries like these have shaped not only America but also our global society today.
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