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Mounted Print : CHICAGO: RAILWAY, 1942. Freight cars being maneuvered in a Chicago and Northwestern railroad yard
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CHICAGO: RAILWAY, 1942. Freight cars being maneuvered in a Chicago and Northwestern railroad yard
CHICAGO: RAILWAY, 1942.
Freight cars being maneuvered in a Chicago and Northwestern railroad yard, Chicago Illinois. Photograph by Jack Delano, December 1942
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Media ID 13217899
1942 Boxcar Chicago Chicago And North Western Railw December Delano Freight Car Illinois Jack Railroad Railway Track Train Yard
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Step back in time with our vintage Chicago: Railway, 1942 mounted photo from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, taken by Jack Delano in December 1942, showcases the hustle and bustle of a Chicago and Northwestern railroad yard. Freight cars are skillfully maneuvered by Granger, NYC, capturing the raw power and energy of the railway industry during a pivotal moment in history. Bring the nostalgic charm of the past into your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality mounted print from Granger Art on Demand.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 14.9cm (8" x 5.9")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph takes us back to the bustling railway yards of Chicago in 1942. The image, captured by renowned photographer Jack Delano, showcases the intricate dance of freight cars being maneuvered with precision in a Chicago and Northwestern railroad yard. The scene is filled with an air of industry and motion as the massive boxcars traverse the tracks, creating a mesmerizing pattern against the backdrop of a midwestern winter. Each car represents a story waiting to be told - tales of goods transported across vast distances, connecting people and places. Delano's expert composition allows us to appreciate both the grand scale of this operation and its minute details. The snow-covered ground adds an element of serenity amidst the hustle and bustle, while wisps of steam rise from locomotives like ethereal spirits guiding these metal giants along their paths. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded not only of Chicago's rich history as a transportation hub but also how essential railroads were for America's growth during that era. This photograph serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our ability to conquer vast distances through innovation. Granger Art on Demand has preserved this remarkable piece from Delano's collection, allowing us to step into history for just a moment and marvel at the beauty found within industrial landscapes.
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