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HENRY EDWARDS HUNTINGTON (1850-1927). American railroad magnate and art collector
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HENRY EDWARDS HUNTINGTON (1850-1927). American railroad magnate and art collector
HENRY EDWARDS HUNTINGTON
(1850-1927). American railroad magnate and art collector. Huntington (center) photographed with railroad engineer George Clinton Ward (left) and banker Edward Warren Rollins on the tracks of the San Joaquin & Eastern Railroad near Big Creek, California, 7 April 1914
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1914 April Art Collector Banker Clinton Collector Creek Edward Edwards Engineer Executive Financier George Hands In Pocket Henry Huntington Magnate Overcoat Philanthropist Railroad Track Rollin San Joaquin Valley Track Vest Ward Warren Wealthy Rollins
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Henry Edwards Huntington - A Visionary Railroad Magnate and Art Collector
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. In this print from 1914, we are transported back to the early days of American industry, where one man's vision shaped both the railroad landscape and the art world. Henry Edwards Huntington, an influential American railroad magnate and passionate art collector, stands at the center of this image. With his distinguished moustache and hands casually tucked in his pockets, he exudes confidence and authority. Huntington is flanked by two equally notable figures - George Clinton Ward, a renowned railroad engineer on his left, and Edward Warren Rollins, a prominent banker on his right. The trio poses proudly on the tracks of the San Joaquin & Eastern Railroad near Big Creek in California's scenic San Joaquin Valley. Dressed impeccably in an overcoat with a vest peeking out underneath, Huntington epitomizes wealth and success. His presence alone speaks volumes about his status as an executive powerhouse during that era. Beyond being a shrewd businessman, Henry Edwards Huntington was also known for his deep appreciation of art. As a philanthropist with refined taste, he amassed an impressive collection that would later become the foundation for several prestigious cultural institutions. This remarkable photograph captures not only three influential men but also represents an important chapter in American history when railroads connected vast territories while individuals like Huntington left indelible marks through their passion for collecting fine art.
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