Premium Framed Print : Brooklyn Bridge 1876
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Brooklyn Bridge 1876
In a boatswains chair, brave engineer Frank Farrington is the first person to cross the bridge. Suspended by a single cable, he raises his hat to the crowds 227 feet below
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Media ID 4347858
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1876 Brave Bravery Bridges Brooklyn Cable Crowds Dangerous Engineer Feet Frank Heroism Raises Suspended Suspension Vertigo Viaducts Farrington
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time to August 1876 with this print of the Brooklyn Bridge. In a heart-stopping display of bravery and engineering prowess, Frank Farrington becomes the first person to cross the iconic bridge while suspended in a boatswain's chair. As he dangles 227 feet above the bustling crowds below, Farrington raises his hat in acknowledgment, showcasing both his courage and humility.
The image captures a moment of historical significance, highlighting the dangerous yet awe-inspiring feat that marked a new chapter in transportation history. The suspension cable holding Farrington aloft adds an extra layer of tension to the scene, emphasizing the sheer vertigo-inducing height at which he is perched.
Farrington's daring act symbolizes not only individual heroism but also collective progress as bridges and viaducts like the Brooklyn Bridge revolutionized urban transport infrastructure. His single-minded determination to conquer fear and uncertainty serves as a testament to human ingenuity and resilience.
This print is a powerful reminder of how individuals like Frank Farrington have shaped our world through their acts of courage and innovation. Displaying it in your home or office will inspire admiration for those who push boundaries and defy limits in pursuit of greatness.
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