Premium Framed Print : View of Downtown Kilgore, Texas, USA
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View of Downtown Kilgore, Texas, USA
View of Downtown Kilgore, Texas, USA, with oil derricks. Date: 1940s
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Media ID 14186437
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
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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
Step back in time with this view of Downtown Kilgore, Texas, USA, captured in the 1940s. The photograph showcases a unique blend of American history and industry, as oil derricks tower over the quaint downtown area. The derricks, symbols of the town's rich petroleum heritage, stand proudly against the backdrop of the clear blue sky. The buildings in the foreground, including the Penney building with its distinctive sign, exude a sense of nostalgia and charm. The streets are lined with parked cars, adding to the bustling energy of the scene. A dilly cafe and a beer sign are visible, suggesting the presence of local establishments where residents and workers could gather for a break. The road leading out of the frame indicates the town's continued connection to the wider world, while the oil derricks serve as a reminder of Kilgore's unique identity. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the oil industry played a pivotal role in the development of this American town. The 1940s were a transformative period for Kilgore, as the town experienced a boom in oil production and population growth. This photograph captures the essence of that era, providing a fascinating window into the history of this Texas community.
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