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Poster Print : View from the Hooghly Bridge, Calcutta, India, 1895. Creator: Unknown
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View from the Hooghly Bridge, Calcutta, India, 1895. Creator: Unknown
Calcutta, view from the Hooghly Bridge, 1895. Ships on the river Hooghly at the port of Kolkata, Bengal. From " Round the World in Pictures and Photographs: From London Bridge to Charing Cross via Yokohama and Chicago". [George Newnes Ltd, London, 1895]
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Media ID 18909732
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Aerial View Birds Eye View Calcutta George Newnes George Newnes Ltd Hooghly Kolkata Meisenbach Newnes Port Publishing River Hooghly Shipping Industry West Bengal
20x30 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Print featuring the breathtaking view of Calcutta, India, as captured in 1895. Witness the grandeur of the Hooghly Bridge and the bustling port activity on the River Hooghly. This vintage photograph, sourced from Heritage Images, showcases the rich maritime history of Kolkata, once known as the 'Gateway to India.' Add an air of timeless elegance to your space with this captivating and mysterious image from the past.
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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 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the mesmerizing view from the Hooghly Bridge in Calcutta, India, back in 1895. The creator of this remarkable image remains unknown but their talent for capturing a moment in time is undeniable. The photograph showcases the bustling port of Kolkata, Bengal, with ships gracefully sailing along the river Hooghly. This aerial perspective offers a bird's eye view of the shipping industry at its peak during that era. The monochrome tones add an air of nostalgia to this nineteenth-century landscape. The Hooghly Bridge stands as a witness to centuries of trade and transportation on these waters. It serves as a vital connection between different parts of West Bengal and has played an essential role in shaping India's industrial growth. This particular print was featured in "Round the World in Pictures and Photographs: From London Bridge to Charing Cross via Yokohama and Chicago" published by George Newnes Ltd. , London, in 1895. Its inclusion signifies its significance among other notable landmarks around the world. As we gaze upon this historical masterpiece today, we are transported back to a time when water transport was paramount for global trade. It reminds us of how far we have come while honoring those who paved the way for our modern shipping industry.
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