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The Electric Torchlight Procession in New York, USA, 1884
The Electric Torchlight Procession in New York, USA, 1884. A torchlight parade in New York using Edison incandescent lamps fixed to the participants hats. A generating truck drawn by horses is in the centre of the parade of men.The inset picture (top left) shows how the current is passed to each man. From Scientific American. (New York, 1884)
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Print of The Electric Torchlight Procession in New York, USA, 1884. Witness the historic moment as captured by an unknown photographer, featuring Thomas Edison's innovative incandescent lamps illuminating the parade participants in this iconic image from Heritage Images. Add a touch of history and intrigue to your space with this beautiful, high-quality poster print.
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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The Electric Torchlight Procession in New York, USA, 1884
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. This print captures a momentous event in the history of illumination and innovation. In the bustling streets of New York City during the late 19th century, an extraordinary torchlight procession took place, illuminating the night with Edison incandescent lamps fixed to participants' hats. At the heart of this grand spectacle is a generating truck drawn by majestic horses. This mobile powerhouse serves as a central hub for distributing electricity to each participant along the parade route. The inset picture reveals how this groundbreaking current is passed from man to man, showcasing Thomas Edison's revolutionary invention at work. The image showcases not only technological advancement but also highlights human ingenuity and creativity. Men march proudly through the city streets, their faces illuminated by these electric bulbs that symbolize progress and enlightenment. As we gaze upon this monochrome engraving captured by an unknown creator and preserved by Heritage Images, we are transported back in time to witness a pivotal moment when science merged with artistry. The electrified atmosphere pulsates through every pixel of this print, reminding us of America's relentless pursuit of innovation. This photograph stands as a testament to Thomas Alva Edison's genius and his profound impact on society. It reminds us that even amidst darkness, humanity has always found ways to illuminate its path forward – both literally and metaphorically – shaping our world into what it is today.
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