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Busy Seattle harbor, circa 1890
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Busy Seattle harbor, circa 1890
Bird s-eye view of Seattle, Washington Territory, circa 1890.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
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This hand-colored woodcut print takes us back to the bustling Seattle harbor in the late 19th century. From a bird's-eye view, we are transported to a time when this city was still emerging as a prominent port on the West Coast of the United States. The illustration beautifully captures the essence of an American vintage town with its traditional architecture and historic landmarks. In this vibrant scene, we witness ships of various sizes navigating through Puget Sound, connecting Seattle to distant lands across the Pacific Ocean. A magnificent ocean liner gracefully sails into the harbor while smaller vessels like tug boats diligently assist in guiding them safely to their docks. The waterfront is lined with factories and mills that signify industrial growth during this era. Seattle's strategic location as a port city becomes evident as we observe busy workers loading and unloading cargo from these ships onto horse-drawn carriages waiting at the wharf. This image encapsulates both the energy and history that shaped Seattle into what it is today – a thriving metropolis on America's Pacific Northwest coast. As we admire this remarkable artwork, let us appreciate how far Seattle has come since those early days, yet also acknowledge its rich maritime heritage that continues to influence its identity even now in modern times.
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