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Poster Print : Silver City, Nevada, c. 1870, from American Pictures, published by The Religious
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Silver City, Nevada, c. 1870, from American Pictures, published by The Religious
KW187915 Silver City, Nevada, c.1870, from American Pictures, published by The Religious Tract Society, 1876 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: the centre of the Owyhee mines; Idaho gold boom from 1860; ); Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12749053
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Silver City, Nevada, Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, taken from the American Pictures series published by The Religious Tract Society in 1876, depicts the historic mining town of Silver City in its early days, around 1870. The English School engraving beautifully captures the essence of the Wild West, with its bustling streets, wooden buildings, and the ever-present promise of fortune. Bring the spirit of the Old West into your home or office with this authentic and intriguing piece of American history.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 transports us back to the rugged landscapes of Silver City, Nevada in the late 19th century. Taken from "American Pictures" a publication by The Religious Tract Society in 1876, this engraving showcases the heart of the Owyhee mines during the Idaho gold boom. The image captures a bustling mining town nestled amidst towering mountains and vast open plains. Rows of modest housing dot the landscape, evidence of a community that thrived on precious minerals extracted from deep within these hills. The scene exudes an air of excitement and opportunity as miners flocked to this boom town in search of their fortunes. Silver City's rich history is palpable through this photograph; it tells tales of perseverance, resilience, and dreams realized or shattered. Today, it stands as a ghost town—a haunting reminder of its former glory—yet still retains an undeniable allure for those who seek to explore America's wild west. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded not only of Silver City's significance but also its place within the larger narrative of American expansionism and exploration. This image encapsulates both the beauty and harshness that defined life in these remote corners where nature clashed with human ambition. Through this remarkable piece from Fine Art Finder's collection, we can almost hear echoes from long ago—the clinking sound of pickaxes against rock walls mingling with laughter and whispers carried by winds that have witnessed countless stories unfold across these lands.
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