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c. 1900s - grain store and ship in dock, Chicago port
c.1900s - grain store and ship in dock, Chicago port
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Media ID 23418872
© Mary Evans / Pump Park Photography
Chicago Collodion Cultural Dock Grain Hisotry Store Albumen
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 18.5cm (9.6" x 7.3")
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
Step back in time with this image of a grain store and ship docking at the Chicago port in the late 1890s to early 1900s. The photograph, captured in the historic era of the 19th century, showcases the industrial might and economic significance of the Chicago grain trade during this period. The towering grain store, with its intricate brickwork and large silos, stands as a testament to the city's role as a major hub for grain production and distribution. The vast quantities of grain stored here would have been transported from the Midwest farmlands via the extensive rail network, and then shipped out to markets around the world. The ship, docked at the pier, adds to the scene's sense of bustling activity and connectivity. Its sails are furled, indicating that it is not currently at sea, but rather taking on cargo. The ship's impressive size and the cranes and other equipment visible on the dock underscore the scale of the grain trade and the infrastructure required to support it. This photograph is an invaluable record of a bygone era, and a reminder of the rich cultural and historical significance of the Chicago port during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Shot in either albumen or collodion process, this vintage print offers a unique and authentic glimpse into the past, making it a must-have for history buffs, travel enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the history of industry and commerce in America.
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