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Poughkeepsie Iron Works (Bechs Furnace), 1856 (oil on canvas)
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Poughkeepsie Iron Works (Bechs Furnace), 1856 (oil on canvas)
3330010 Poughkeepsie Iron Works (Bechs Furnace), 1856 (oil on canvas) by Carmiencke, Johann Herman (1810-67); 73.7x92.1 cm; Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT, USA; (add.info.: Edvard Bech (1812-73) Danish-American manufacturer who established Poughkeepsie as a centre of the iron industry with transport for coal and iron on the Hudson river.
); German, out of copyright
Media ID 23296512
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This print captures the Poughkeepsie Iron Works (Bechs Furnace) in 1856, as depicted by German artist Johann Herman Carmiencke. The oil on canvas painting measures 73.7x92.1 cm and is currently housed at the Yale University Art Gallery in New Haven, CT, USA. The artwork showcases the significant role played by Edvard Bech, a Danish-American manufacturer who established Poughkeepsie as a thriving center of the iron industry during that time. Bech's efforts included developing efficient transportation systems for coal and iron along the Hudson River. In this picturesque scene, we see ships and boats gracefully navigating the river while animals graze peacefully on the surrounding hills. The presence of a foundry adds an industrial touch to an otherwise bucolic landscape. The painting beautifully depicts not only the natural beauty of North America but also highlights its growing industrial prowess during this era. Chimneys billow smoke into the sky as factories hum with activity, symbolizing progress and innovation. With its rich details and vibrant colors, this artwork transports us back to a time when steamships ruled waterways and railroads connected bustling cities across America. It serves as a testament to both transportation advancements and America's flourishing metalwork industry. Overall, this stunning painting captures an important chapter in American history - one where commerce thrived alongside nature's splendor - making it a valuable addition to any art collection or historical enthusiast's home decor.
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