Premium Framed Print : The Flow of Gold from the USA to France. Bullion in Kegs. A
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The Flow of Gold from the USA to France. Bullion in Kegs. A
Photograph of interior of a Railway wagon with a large number of kegs full of gold, during the train journey from le Havre to Paris
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Media ID 4391031
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1931 Bullion Flow Havre Journey Kegs Wagon
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" 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 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 photograph captures a moment in history when the flow of gold from the USA to France was at its peak. The interior of a railway wagon is filled with a large number of kegs, each one brimming with precious bullion. The scene is both mesmerizing and awe-inspiring, as the sheer amount of wealth being transported is truly staggering.
Taken during a train journey from le Havre to Paris in 1931, this image provides us with a rare glimpse into the historical import and export practices of that time. The meticulous organization and care taken in securing these kegs speak volumes about the importance placed on such valuable cargo.
The golden hue emanating from each keg adds an air of mystery and intrigue to the photo, inviting viewers to ponder over the significance of this transfer of wealth between nations. It serves as a reminder of how interconnected our world has always been, even back in 1931.
As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded that history is not just made up of dates and events but also by moments like these - where tangible symbols of power and prosperity are captured for generations to come.
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