Mouse Mat : COLORADO: MINING, 1874. A mountainside in Colorado honeycombed by silver mines. Wood engraving, American, 1874
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COLORADO: MINING, 1874. A mountainside in Colorado honeycombed by silver mines. Wood engraving, American, 1874
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Media ID 7512175
1874 Boom Town Cart Colorado Frontiersman Industry Mine Mining Car Mountain Prospector Rail Railroad Track Rocky Mountains Settler Silver Track Westward Expansion
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 18.6cm (9.3" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the year 1874, capturing a mesmerizing scene in the heart of Colorado's mining industry. The image showcases a rugged mountainside that has been transformed into a honeycomb of silver mines. This wood engraving, created by an American artist, perfectly encapsulates the essence of this booming era. Intriguingly, we see a network of railroad tracks snaking their way through the rocky terrain, serving as lifelines for transportation and commerce. A lone prospector stands at the forefront, embodying the spirit of adventure and hard work that defined this period. His weathered face adorned with a full beard tells tales of perseverance in pursuit of riches hidden within these majestic mountains. The presence of other workers and settlers scattered throughout the scene highlights how this industry attracted people from all walks of life seeking prosperity on America's frontier. Mining carts filled with precious minerals are being transported along these tracks, symbolizing both progress and wealth. As our gaze wanders across this remarkable print, we can almost hear echoes from boom towns springing up around these mines – places where dreams were born and fortunes made. This image serves as a visual testament to westward expansion during one of America's most transformative periods. With its historical significance and artistic beauty combined, "COLORADO: MINING 1874" is not just an ordinary photograph but an extraordinary piece that transports us back in time to witness firsthand the grit and determination that shaped Colorado's mining legacy.
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