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The New Orleans Levee, c. 1870 (engraving)
PNP247864 The New Orleans Levee, c.1870 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: levee breached in Hurricane Katrina, 2005; ); Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22355848
© Peter Newark American Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Boxes Busy Cargo Carriages Chimney Deep South Dock Export Freight Funnel Funnels Goods Hitch Horse Drawn Cart Hustle And Bustle Import Loading Merchants Paddle Boat Paddleboat Produce Shipment Side Wheeler Steam Boat Steamboat Steamer Steamers Unloading Wagon Wagons Wharf Cartons Coupling Side Wheelers
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This engraving, titled "The New Orleans Levee, c. 1870" takes us back in time to a bustling scene filled with the hustle and bustle of trade and commerce. The image captures the vibrant energy of the busy harbor as steamers, side wheelers, and paddle boats navigate through the waters. In this snapshot of history, we see merchants unloading cartons from wagons while others load goods onto boats for shipment. Carriages traverse the dock as horse-drawn carts transport cargo along the wharf. Smoke billows from chimneys as industry thrives on this coastal city's shoreline. The New Orleans Levee was not only a hub for import and export but also a symbol of prosperity in America's deep south during the 19th century. This print showcases an era when maritime trade played a vital role in shaping North America's economy. However, it is impossible to view this image without acknowledging its poignant connection to Hurricane Katrina in 2005. The levee breach caused by that devastating storm forever altered this historic landscape depicted in the engraving. As we admire this piece from Fine Art Finder, let us reflect on both its historical significance and its reminder of resilience amidst tragedy.
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