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Train crossing the Niagara Suspension Bridge in 1862 (b / w photo)
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Train crossing the Niagara Suspension Bridge in 1862 (b / w photo)
3099643 Train crossing the Niagara Suspension Bridge in 1862 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Train crossing the Niagara Suspension Bridge in 1862. From 1930s reproduction of photograph, gravure printed.); © Look and Learn; American, out of copyright
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This photograph captures a historic moment in time - the train crossing the Niagara Suspension Bridge in 1862. Taken by an American photographer during the 19th century, this print is now part of a private collection. The image showcases the immense engineering feat of the bridge, with its intricate suspension cables stretching across the mighty Niagara River. The train, depicted mid-crossing, adds a sense of movement and life to this otherwise still scene. Its steam billows into the air as it confidently traverses this remarkable structure. The composition highlights both the grandeur of nature and human ingenuity. Printed using gravure technique in the 1930s, this reproduction preserves every detail captured by the original photographer's lens. The monochromatic tones lend a timeless quality to this piece of art, allowing viewers to step back into history and witness a significant moment in transportation advancement. As we gaze upon this photograph today, we are reminded of how far we have come since that fateful day in 1862 when trains first crossed over these iron-wrought tracks suspended high above one of nature's most awe-inspiring wonders. It serves as a testament to human progress and our relentless pursuit for innovation. With its rich historical significance and artistic merit, this print from Bridgeman Images is sure to captivate anyone who appreciates both photography and history alike.
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