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Fine Art Print : Steam-powered ice elevator, Hudson River near New York, USA, 1875
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Steam-powered ice elevator, Hudson River near New York, USA, 1875
Steam-powered ice elevator, Hudson River near New York, USA, 1875. An elevator for raising blocks of ice from the river level into insulated storehouses where they would be stored for summer use. From The Science Record. (New York, 1875)
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Media ID 14843765
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of a Steam-Powered Ice Elevator on the Hudson River, New York, 1875. This captivating image, sourced from Heritage Images, showcases the ingenuity of the past as ice was harvested and lifted from the river using steam power. Add a touch of history and industrial charm to your space with this stunning, unsigned, and unmatted print. Experience the beauty and intrigue of this bygone era.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 32.4cm (21" x 12.8")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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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This print takes us back to the winter of 1875, along the majestic Hudson River near New York City. In this frozen landscape, a remarkable steam-powered ice elevator stands tall against the wintry backdrop. This ingenious invention was designed to raise blocks of ice from the river level into insulated storehouses, where they would be stored for summer use. The image showcases a group of hardworking men operating the steam-powered machinery with precision and determination. Their faces are weathered by cold winds as they laboriously load blocks of ice onto the elevator platform. The scene exudes an aura of industriousness and resilience in the face of nature's challenges. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this photograph represents an important chapter in American history - a time when refrigeration technology was still in its infancy but already transforming food preservation practices. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our constant quest for innovation. As we gaze at this monochrome masterpiece, we are transported back to an era when manual labor intertwined with technological advancements, shaping not only New York City but also America as a whole. The print captures both the beauty of winter and the progress made during that period – reminding us how far we have come while honoring those who paved the way for modern conveniences like refrigeration systems that we often take for granted today.
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