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Antique Framed Print : Looking down Marquette Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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Looking down Marquette Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Looking down Marquette Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. Buildings highlighted (from left): Medical Arts Building, Rand Tower and Foshay Tower. Date: circa 1920
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Media ID 23428534
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Arts Avenue Minneapolis Rand Marquette
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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 23.9cm (14.6" x 9.4")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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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1. Title: "A Glance into the Past: Marquette Avenue's Grand Architecture, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA" Caption: Step back in time with a captivating view of Marquette Avenue in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, circa 1920. This evocative photograph showcases an impressive lineup of architectural gems that once defined the city's skyline. The image highlights three iconic structures: the Medical Arts Building, Rand Tower, and Foshay Tower. Beginning on the left, the Medical Arts Building, with its striking Beaux-Arts design, stands tall with its ornate façade adorned with intricate detailing, reflecting the era's commitment to grandeur and sophistication. The Medical Arts Building was a hub for the city's medical community and housed numerous offices, making it a vital part of Minneapolis' healthcare landscape. Moving to the center, the Rand Tower, with its distinctive stepped-back design, is a testament to the architectural innovation of the time. This 32-story Art Deco masterpiece was the tallest building in Minneapolis when it was completed in 1929. Its sleek lines and elegant design continue to captivate visitors and residents alike. Lastly, on the far right, the Foshay Tower, also known as the "Woolworth Tower," rises majestically, its Moorish Revival style a stark contrast to the more modern structures around it. Completed in 1929, this 327-foot-tall tower was the tallest building in Minnesota for over 50 years. Its observation deck offered breathtaking views of the city, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. This photograph provides a glimpse into the rich architectural history of Minneapolis during the 1920s, a time when the city's skyline was defined by its grandeur and ambition. These structures, while no longer the tallest or newest, continue to stand as symbols of the city's proud past.
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