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Glass Place Mat : ST. LOUIS: FREIGHT YARD. Twilight view of a freight yard near a grain storage facility in St. Louis, Missouri. Photographed c1974
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ST. LOUIS: FREIGHT YARD. Twilight view of a freight yard near a grain storage facility in St. Louis, Missouri. Photographed c1974
ST. LOUIS: FREIGHT YARD.
Twilight view of a freight yard near a grain storage facility in St. Louis, Missouri. Photographed c1974
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1974 Agriculture Arch Chute Cityscape Cloud Commerce Eero Elevator Freight Freight Car Gateway Grain Horizon Missouri Monument Rail Railroad Track Saarinen Silo Sky Line Storage Sun Light Sun Set Westward Expansion Yard
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 16.3cm (10" x 6.4")
Estimated Product Size is 27.5cm x 22.5cm (10.8" x 8.9")
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ST. LOUIS - FREIGHT YARD - A Glimpse into the Twilight of Commerce
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print transports us back to the year 1974, capturing a mesmerizing twilight view of a bustling freight yard near a grain storage facility in St. Louis, Missouri. The image showcases the vibrant American cityscape as it transitions from day to night, with the setting sun casting its warm golden light across the scene. In this snapshot of history, we witness an intricate network of rail tracks stretching out towards the horizon, symbolizing St. Louis' pivotal role in transportation and trade during that era. The iconic Gateway Arch looms majestically in the background, serving as a testament to both architectural brilliance and westward expansion. The photograph also highlights elements essential to commerce and agriculture at that time – towering silos storing precious grains ready for distribution, chutes facilitating efficient loading and unloading processes for freight cars, and an elevator system designed by renowned architect Eero Saarinen. As clouds paint delicate strokes across the sky above this industrial landscape, one cannot help but marvel at how these structures seamlessly coexist with nature's beauty. This image is not just a mere depiction of infrastructure; it encapsulates an entire era defined by progress and innovation. Granger Art on Demand presents this remarkable piece from their Carousel Collection—a visual treasure trove preserving moments like these—reminding us of our rich past while inspiring conversations about our future endeavors in transportation and commerce.
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