Poster Print : Quebec Viaduct
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Quebec Viaduct
A viaduct at Quebec collapses during construction - this is the scene at the moment it starts to break up. Date: 1907
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Media ID 4327321
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Accidents Break Bridges Collapses Moment Quebec Starts Viaduct Viaducts 1907
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Experience the thrill of history with our stunning Quebec Viaduct poster print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to 1907, as the Quebec Viaduct begins to collapse during its construction. Witness this engineering marvel's dramatic moment of crisis, brought to life in rich detail and vibrant color. Ideal for history enthusiasts, engineers, or anyone captivated by the power of human innovation and the raw forces of nature. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and ignite conversations with its intriguing story."
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 51.4cm (16.5" x 20.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the collapse of the Quebec Viaduct during its construction in 1907. The scene is frozen in time as the viaduct starts to break up, showcasing the sheer power and destruction that can occur during large-scale infrastructure projects.
The image serves as a stark reminder of the risks involved in building such monumental structures, highlighting the dangers faced by workers and engineers alike. The crumbling viaduct stands as a symbol of both human ambition and vulnerability, illustrating how even the most carefully planned projects can meet with unexpected challenges.
As we gaze upon this historical snapshot, we are transported back to a time when transportation networks were being rapidly expanded and modernized. Bridges and viaducts played a crucial role in connecting communities and facilitating trade, making incidents like this all the more impactful on society at large.
Through this photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online, we are given a glimpse into a moment of chaos and devastation that ultimately shaped the course of history. It serves as a poignant reminder of our collective past, urging us to reflect on the importance of safety measures and careful planning in all future endeavors.
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