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Santa Barbara, Alta California, 1846
Engraving of the settlement of Santa Barbara, Alta California, which had at the time only 200 houses, a mission and a fortress
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Media ID 4385289
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1846 Alta Barbara California Fortress Mission Settlement
31"x27" (79x69cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 24x20 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 31x27 inches (787x685mm). 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 59.9cm x 58.9cm (23.6" x 23.2")
Estimated Product Size is 78.7cm x 68.5cm (31" x 27")
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 engraving, titled "Santa Barbara, Alta California, 1846," offers a captivating glimpse into the early history of Santa Barbara, a settlement nestled along the Pacific coast of Alta California. The image, created in 1870 by the Illustrated London News, depicts the quaint, colonial-style settlement as it appeared over three decades after its founding. With only about 200 houses, a mission, and a fortress, Santa Barbara was a small but significant outpost in the larger narrative of California's history. The mission, a prominent feature in the foreground, stands as a testament to the early Spanish influence in the region. Its whitewashed walls and red-tiled roof contrast sharply with the surrounding greenery, creating a striking visual juxtaposition. The fortress, located near the mission, served as a protective barrier against potential threats, reflecting the frontier nature of life in Alta California during this period. The engraving also highlights the importance of Santa Barbara as a port of entry for goods and people. Ships can be seen anchored in the harbor, suggesting the bustling trade that took place between California and other parts of the world. The image also reveals the natural beauty of the area, with the blue waters of the Pacific Ocean and the verdant landscape providing a picturesque backdrop to the settlement. As we gaze upon this historical image, we are transported back in time to an era of exploration, discovery, and the early settling of the American West. The engraving serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage that Santa Barbara and Alta California continue to embody today.
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