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Poster Print : Clipper ship loading supplies for the California gold fields
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Clipper ship loading supplies for the California gold fields
Clipper ship R.B. Forbes in Boston, taking on cargo for California, 1851.
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 5886421
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1851 Boston California Gold Rush Cargo City East Eastern Gold Rush Harbor Maritime Massachusetts Merchant Ship New England Port Port City Sailing Ship Sea Port Ship Wharf Wooden Ship Clipper Clipper Ship East Coast
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring the Clipper ship R.B. Forbes in Boston, a stunning 19th-century illustration from North Wind Picture Archives. Witness the grandeur of the golden age of sail as this clipper ship takes on cargo for the California gold fields in this intricately hand-colored woodcut. Transport yourself to a bygone era with this captivating piece of maritime history, perfect for adding character to any room in your home or office.
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.
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This hand-colored woodcut print transports us back to the bustling city of Boston in 1851. The image showcases a magnificent clipper ship, the R. B. Forbes, as it prepares to set sail for the California gold fields. Loaded with supplies and cargo, this vessel symbolizes both the American spirit of adventure and the promise of untold riches that drew countless fortune seekers during the famous Gold Rush. The scene captures a moment at one of Boston's historic wharves, where maritime trade thrived in this thriving port city. The wooden ship stands tall against a backdrop of other vessels and bustling activity, highlighting its significance as an iconic representation of New England's seafaring heritage. The artwork beautifully illustrates the intricate details of this 19th-century sailing ship - from its towering masts adorned with billowing sails to its meticulously crafted hull. It serves as a testament to both artistic skill and historical accuracy. As we gaze upon this vintage illustration, we are transported back in time to an era when ships like these were lifelines connecting East Coast cities like Boston with distant lands across vast oceans. This visual window into history reminds us of America's rich maritime past and invites us to imagine ourselves aboard that very clipper ship bound for new horizons amidst the excitement and uncertainty of California's gold rush era.
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