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Burning a clearing in the woods, California, 1884
Engraving showing several men burning a clearing in the forest of California, perhaps to make space for housing or arable farming land
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Media ID 4383419
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1884 Arable Burning California Clearing Forest Space
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 18.1cm x 24.4cm (7.1" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving, titled 'Making Space: Burning a Clearing in the California Forest, 1884,' offers a glimpse into the historical process of transforming the wild California landscape for agricultural and housing purposes. The image, published by ILN (Illustrated London News), depicts several men diligently working together to burn a clearing in the dense forest. The smoke billows upwards, obscuring the sky, while the trees around them continue to stand tall, their branches reaching out in stark contrast to the barren ground below. The burning of forested areas was a common practice during the late 19th century as settlers sought to expand their territories for farming and housing. The arduous task required a significant amount of labor and organization, as seen in this engraving. The clearing would eventually make way for crops, orchards, and new homes, marking the beginning of a new chapter in California's history. The intricate details of the engraving show the men wearing heavy work clothes and carrying tools, such as axes and shovels, while they meticulously manage the fire. The trees surrounding the clearing are a testament to the vast, untouched forest that once covered much of California. This historical image provides a poignant reminder of the human impact on the natural world and the lengths people went to in order to create new opportunities and build communities. The engraving, produced by a skilled artist, is a valuable historical record of the early days of California's agricultural and housing development. It offers a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of the past and serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human progress and the natural environment.
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