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Fine Art Print : Central Pacific Railraod in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Train cheered by railroad workers, including Chinese labourers. Wood engraving c1875
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Central Pacific Railraod in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Train cheered by railroad workers, including Chinese labourers. Wood engraving c1875
530390 Central Pacific Railraod in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Train cheered by railroad workers, including Chinese labourers. Wood engraving c1875.; Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38310112
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
C1875 Central Cheered Cowcatcher Headlight Including Labourers Nevada North Pacific Railroad Sierra Timbers Wood Material
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with this captivating wood engraving from 1875, showcasing the Central Pacific Railroad in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Witness the historic moment as railroad workers, including Chinese laborers, cheer on a passing train. A true piece of history captured by Bridgeman Images and available as a Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This wood engraving from 1875 captures the monumental feat of the Central Pacific Railroad in the Sierra Nevada mountains. The image depicts a train making its way through the rugged terrain, cheered on by a diverse group of railroad workers, including Chinese laborers who played a crucial role in building this historic railway.
The scene is alive with excitement and camaraderie as the workers celebrate their hard work and dedication to connecting America through this incredible engineering marvel. The snow-capped mountains loom in the background, serving as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by those who built this vital transportation artery.
The locomotive's headlight pierces through the darkness, illuminating the path ahead as it barrels towards its destination. The cowcatcher at the front symbolizes progress and determination, pushing aside any obstacles that stand in its way.
This wood engraving serves as a powerful reminder of not only the physical labor involved in constructing such an ambitious project but also of the unity and cooperation among people from different backgrounds coming together to achieve a common goal. It is a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance against all odds.
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