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Poster Print : EMPIRE STATE BUILDING, 1930. Steel workers on girders at Empire State Building, New York City
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EMPIRE STATE BUILDING, 1930. Steel workers on girders at Empire State Building, New York City
EMPIRE STATE BUILDING, 1930.
Steel workers on girders at Empire State Building, New York City. Photographed by Lewis Hine, 1930
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Media ID 13213442
1930 Cable Construction Empire State Building Hine Lewis Skyscraper Steel Wickes Working Class
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the iconic Empire State Building in 1930, this captivating image by Lewis Hine transports you to the bustling construction site of this architectural marvel. Witness the dedication and hard work of the steel workers as they build the skyline of New York City, one girder at a time. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this authentic and timeless poster print.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 53.3cm (16.5" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph captures a moment frozen in time during the construction of the iconic Empire State Building in 1930. The image showcases a group of fearless steel workers fearlessly perched on girders high above New York City's bustling streets. Their courage and determination are palpable as they navigate the intricate web of steel cables, embodying the spirit of American resilience and ingenuity. Photographed by Lewis Hine, renowned for his powerful images documenting early 20th-century working-class life, this print serves as a testament to both human achievement and the indomitable spirit that built America's most famous skyscraper. The composition highlights not only the magnitude of their task but also offers a glimpse into their daily lives amidst an ever-growing metropolis. The stark contrast between man and machine is evident; these men become one with the towering structure they help create. Each worker represents countless hours spent toiling away at great heights, braving harsh weather conditions while constructing what would become an enduring symbol of progress. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece captured by Hine's lens, we are reminded of those who came before us - ordinary individuals whose extraordinary efforts shaped our cities' skylines. This photograph stands as a tribute to their unwavering dedication and reminds us that even in times when obstacles seem insurmountable, human perseverance can overcome any challenge.
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