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Fine Art Print : The Californian Balloon Railway, a novel way of travelling to the Californian Gold Rush, 1849
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The Californian Balloon Railway, a novel way of travelling to the Californian Gold Rush, 1849
The Californian Balloon Railway, a novel way of travelling to the Californian Gold Rush, 1849. A prospector riding on the back of a large bird, flying towards California. The discovery of gold in 1848 led to mass immigration into California, with over half a million people from all over the world pouring into the state in search of riches. Cartoon from Punch, London 1849
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Media ID 14846387
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of The Californian Balloon Railway from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Heritage Images, transports you to the Gold Rush era of 1849. Witness the thrill of adventure as a prospector rides on the back of a large bird, soaring through the skies towards the promise of California's gold fields. Add an air of nostalgia and intrigue to your home or office with this stunning, vintage print. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring a vibrant and detailed representation of this historic moment. Order yours today and let the allure of the past come alive in your space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 46cm x 40.6cm (18.1" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
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"The Californian Balloon Railway, a novel way of travelling to the Californian Gold Rush, 1849. A prospector riding on the back of a large bird, flying towards California. The discovery of gold in 1848 led to mass immigration into California, with over half a million people from all over the world pouring into the state in search of riches. Cartoon from Punch, London 1849". This print takes us back to the exhilarating days of the Californian Gold Rush in 1849. In this whimsical depiction by an unknown creator, we witness an innovative mode of transportation: The Californian Balloon Railway. As if plucked straight out of fantasy literature, a daring prospector fearlessly perches atop a majestic bird soaring through the skies towards California. The image encapsulates both hope and greed that fueled this historic event. Men from all walks of life were enticed by tales of unimaginable wealth waiting to be unearthed beneath California's soil. With shovels in hand and dreams in their hearts, they embarked on treacherous journeys across oceans and continents. This satirical cartoon published in Punch magazine captures not only the spirit but also serves as social commentary on this frenzied era. It reflects society's fascination with new inventions and unconventional methods for achieving success during that time. As we gaze upon this wood engraving nearly two centuries later, it reminds us of how human ambition can drive innovation even under extraordinary circumstances like gold fever.
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