Premium Framed Print : Dutch Gap Canal James River 1864 Albumen silver print
Framed Photos from Liszt Collection
Dutch Gap Canal James River 1864 Albumen silver print
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Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy
Media ID 14024380
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1821 1830 1902 1830–1902 1864 Andrew Joseph Russell Born Glass Negative James River Dutch Gap Canal Egbert Guy Fowx
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.2cm (9.6" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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 print from the Liszt Collection transports us back to a significant moment in history - the construction of the Dutch Gap Canal on James River in 1864. Captured through an albumen silver print, this image showcases the remarkable craftsmanship and attention to detail that characterized Egbert Guy Fowx's work. The Dutch Gap Canal, depicted here with its intricate network of waterways and lush surroundings, was a crucial engineering feat during the American Civil War. Its purpose was to create a shortcut for Union ships traveling between Richmond and Petersburg, Virginia. This strategic canal aimed to bypass Confederate artillery fire along James River, providing safer passage for Union forces. Andrew Joseph Russell masterfully captured this scene using his glass negative technique, which adds depth and clarity to every element within the frame. The composition highlights both the natural beauty of James River and the industrious efforts undertaken by engineers like Fowx. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we are reminded of how photography can transport us across time and space. It allows us to witness pivotal moments in our collective past while appreciating the artistic vision behind each photograph. Let this mesmerizing print serve as a testament not only to human ingenuity but also as a reminder that even amidst conflict, innovation thrives.
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