Poster Print : Oil Wells, Los Angeles
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Oil Wells, Los Angeles
Oil wells at Los Angeles. The occupants of that elegant residence must be crying all the way to tha bank
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Media ID 623871
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Angeles Bank Crying Occupants Wells
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Oil Wells, Los Angeles" poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports you back in time to the early 20th century, showcasing the unique juxtaposition of oil derricks and elegant residential architecture that once defined the Los Angeles landscape. The wealth brought by the oil industry is palpable, yet the image also hints at the tension between progress and the natural world. Add this intriguing piece to your space and ignite conversations about the history of the city and the industry that shaped it. Order your Oil Wells, Los Angeles poster print today and let the story unfold.
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 moment in history when oil wells dotted the landscape of Los Angeles in 1911. The juxtaposition of the elegant residence in the foreground with the industrial oil wells in the background is striking, symbolizing the clash between wealth and industry.
The occupants of that grand residence must have had mixed feelings about their surroundings. On one hand, they were living in a beautiful home with a rich history. On the other hand, they were surrounded by an emerging industry that was transforming their city and bringing both prosperity and challenges.
One can only imagine what it must have been like for those residents to witness this rapid change happening right outside their doorstep. Perhaps they felt a sense of pride at being part of such a dynamic city, or maybe they lamented the loss of tranquility and natural beauty that once defined their neighborhood.
Regardless of their emotions, one thing is clear - these oil wells represented progress and economic growth for Los Angeles at that time. And as much as the occupants may have cried over the changing landscape, there's no denying that they were likely also crying all the way to tha bank as their property values soared alongside this booming industry.
This print serves as a reminder of how history is shaped by both elegance and industry, creating a complex tapestry that continues to define cities like Los Angeles today.
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