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Fine Art Print : Financiers of the transcontinental railroad
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Financiers of the transcontinental railroad
Railroad kings Huntington, Stanford, Ames, Crocker, Dillon, and Moffat, 1800s.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5886121
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Finance Financier Rail Road Transcontinental Railroad Union Pacific Union Pacific Railroad Capitalist Central Pacific Central Pacific Railroad Huntington Investor Southern Pacific Stanford
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a captivating hand-colored woodcut of the Financiers of the Transcontinental Railroad. This stunning 19th-century illustration showcases the iconic figures of Collis P. Huntington, Leland Stanford, Mark Hopkins, Charles Crocker, Leland Stanford Sr., and Lelan R. Moffat, who played instrumental roles in the construction of the railroad that united the eastern and western halves of the United States. Add an air of history and sophistication to your home or office with this beautiful, museum-quality print from North Wind Picture Archives. Each print is meticulously crafted using high-definition technology to preserve every intricate detail of the original illustration, ensuring a stunning and authentic piece of art that will be treasured for generations to come.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 33.5cm x 53.3cm (13.2" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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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This hand-colored woodcut print showcases the influential figures behind the construction of the transcontinental railroad in the 1800s. Known as the "Financiers of the Transcontinental Railroad" this image immortalizes a group of visionary individuals who played pivotal roles in shaping American history. In this vintage illustration, we are transported back to an era when these railroad kings held immense power and influence. From left to right, we see Collis P. Huntington, Leland Stanford, Oliver Ames, Charles Crocker, Sidney Dillon, and David Halliday Moffat standing proudly together. Each figure represents a unique facet of American capitalism and entrepreneurship. Their collective efforts led to the creation of monumental rail networks such as Union Pacific Railroad, Central Pacific Railroad, and Southern Pacific Railroad. These ambitious projects connected North America like never before and revolutionized transportation across vast distances. The intricate details captured by this historic artwork allow us to appreciate not only their financial prowess but also their unwavering determination to overcome countless obstacles during this groundbreaking endeavor. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from North Wind Picture Archives, it serves as a reminder that progress is often driven by those with vision and ambition. This print pays homage to these trailblazers whose contributions forever transformed both United States history and our understanding of what is possible through collaboration and innovation.
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