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ELECTRICITY: PROCESSION. Electric torchlight procession in New York City, in which participants wore Edison incandescent lamps attached to their hats while encircling a horse-drawn generator, 1884. Contemporary American wood engraving
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ELECTRICITY: PROCESSION. Electric torchlight procession in New York City, in which participants wore Edison incandescent lamps attached to their hats while encircling a horse-drawn generator, 1884. Contemporary American wood engraving
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1884 Edison Electric Electricity Generator Incandescent Lamp Light Bulb Marching Night Procession Street Scene Torch Head Lamp
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This print captures a mesmerizing moment in history - the Electric Torchlight Procession in New York City, 1884. Participants proudly donned Edison incandescent lamps attached to their hats as they encircled a horse-drawn generator, illuminating the night with electric brilliance. This contemporary American wood engraving beautifully portrays the excitement and wonder of this groundbreaking event. In this bustling street scene, we witness men marching through the city's streets, creating an enchanting spectacle that surely left onlookers awestruck. The glow from these innovative headlamps casts a warm and inviting light, transforming the darkness into a magical atmosphere. The image showcases not only the advancements made in electricity but also highlights Thomas Edison's pioneering role in revolutionizing illumination technology. His invention of the incandescent light bulb paved the way for countless innovations and transformed how we perceive and navigate our world after sunset. As we delve into this historical masterpiece from Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, let us appreciate both its artistic value and its significance as a testament to human ingenuity. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come since those early days of electrification while inspiring us to continue pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities for progress.
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