Fine Art Print : Getting a rise in the World 1912
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Getting a rise in the World 1912
Photograph of the tallest skyscraper (at the time) being built in New York by the Woolworth Company. Workman holding on with nothing but rope chains and without any safety equipment, photo taken when the building had progressed to the thirtieth story, thousands of New Yorkers gathered to see the workers putting in place the gigantic steel girders.
1912
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Media ID 14253088
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Builders Chains Crane Hanging Rise Rope Skyscraper Skyscrapers Woolworth Workman Workmen
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of history with our exquisite fine art print, "Getting a Rise in the World" by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you back to 1912, showcasing the daring construction of the Woolworth Building, then the tallest skyscraper in New York. Witness the courage of the worker, suspended high above the city with only rope chains keeping him connected, and no safety equipment in sight. Add this stunning piece to your home or office to inspire and ignite conversations about the past and human resilience. Order your Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse today and bring history to life.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 51.2cm (14" x 20.2")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Getting a Rise in the World: A Daring Act of Courage and Innovation in 1912 New York This photograph, taken in 1912, captures the daring spirit of construction workers as they build the tallest skyscraper in the world at that time for the Woolworth Company in New York City. The image shows a lone workman, suspended high above the bustling streets of Manhattan, holding on to the building's exterior with nothing but rope chains. Thousands of New Yorkers gathered below, gazing up in awe at the spectacle unfolding before their eyes. The building, which would later be named the Woolworth Building, had progressed to the thirtieth story, and the installation of the massive steel girders required the workers to perform this daring feat. The lack of safety equipment, a common practice during that era, added to the risk and excitement of the construction process. The photograph offers a glimpse into the ingenuity and determination of the builders and workmen who shaped the New York City skyline. Their courage and skill in constructing these architectural marvels paved the way for the modern skyscraper era in America. This image, taken by the Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans, is a testament to the human spirit and the relentless pursuit of progress.
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