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Antique Framed Print : Oil Well. 1884: An oil well at Baku on the Caspian Sea
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Oil Well. 1884: An oil well at Baku on the Caspian Sea
1884: An oil well at Baku on the Caspian Sea. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11799538
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 16cm x 37.1cm (6.3" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
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
This print captures the industrial marvel of an oil well at Baku on the Caspian Sea in 1884. The intricate machinery and towering structures showcase the ingenuity and innovation of the oil industry in Asia during this time period. The stark contrast between light and shadow adds depth to the image, emphasizing the scale and complexity of the operation.
The historical significance of this photograph is undeniable, as it provides a glimpse into a pivotal moment in the development of the oil industry in the Middle East. The bustling activity around the well hints at a booming economy driven by natural resources, with workers laboring tirelessly to extract valuable oil from deep within the earth.
Hulton Archive's expert composition beautifully captures both the grandeur and grittiness of this industrial scene, transporting viewers back in time to witness firsthand the power and progress that defined this era. This striking portrait serves as a reminder of our reliance on fossil fuels for centuries past, while also highlighting how far we have come in terms of technological advancements since then.
Whether displayed in a home or office setting, this timeless piece from Fine Art Storehouse is sure to spark conversation and admiration for its historical significance and artistic merit.
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