Antique Framed Print : OIL WELL, 19TH CENTURY. An early American oil well in the valley of Oil Creek, Pennsylvania, showing oil being pumped directly into vats before being poured into wooden barrels for shipment. Wood engraving, French, 1870, after Emile Bayard
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OIL WELL, 19TH CENTURY. An early American oil well in the valley of Oil Creek, Pennsylvania, showing oil being pumped directly into vats before being poured into wooden barrels for shipment. Wood engraving, French, 1870, after Emile Bayard
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Media ID 7563873
Barrel Bayard Derrick Emile Industry Oil Creek Oil Well Petroleum Pump Valley
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the 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 18.8cm x 24.4cm (7.4" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
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 photograph print takes us back to the 19th century, providing a glimpse into the early days of America's oil industry. The image showcases an oil well located in the picturesque valley of Oil Creek, Pennsylvania. A group of hardworking men can be seen diligently operating the machinery that extracts this precious resource from deep within the earth. The scene is bustling with activity as workers pump the freshly extracted oil directly into large vats nearby. These vats serve as temporary storage before being poured into sturdy wooden barrels for shipment. The sight of these barrels neatly lined up against a rustic backdrop adds an authentic touch to this historical snapshot. The wood engraving, created by French artist Emile Bayard in 1870, beautifully captures both the industrial nature and natural beauty surrounding this pivotal moment in American history. The towering derrick stands tall amidst lush greenery, symbolizing man's triumph over nature through innovation and perseverance. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of art, we are transported to a time when North America was rapidly transforming into an industrial powerhouse. This image serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of progress during one of history's most transformative eras - all thanks to the discovery and exploitation of petroleum resources like those found in Oil Creek Valley.
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