Fine Art Print : Shooting The Chutes
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Shooting The Chutes
1903: Spectators watch a car plunge down the track on the Shooting the Chutes ride at Luna Park, Coney Island, New York City. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11534856
1900 1909 Amusement Park Amusement Park Ride Coney Island Females Leisure Activity New York City North America Rear View Riding Spectator Sport Square Track Traveling Carnival Watching Luna Park Taking The Plunge
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of the past with our exquisite Shooting The Chutes fine art print from the Hulton Archive, exclusively available at Fine Art Storehouse. This captivating 1903 photograph transports you to the bustling Luna Park at Coney Island, New York City, where onlookers gather in anticipation as a car plunges down the roller coaster's iconic track. Add a touch of vintage charm to your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print, expertly printed on archival paper to preserve the rich details and authentic colors of this historic moment.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
Taking the Plunge - A Snapshot of Thrills and Excitement at Luna Park, Coney Island
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print from 1903, we are transported back in time to Luna Park, the iconic amusement park located in Coney Island, New York City. The image captures a thrilling moment on the "Shooting the Chutes" ride as spectators eagerly watch a car plunge down the track. The square format of this photograph adds a timeless quality to the scene, while also emphasizing the diverse group of male and female onlookers who have gathered for this exhilarating spectacle. Their anticipation is palpable as they stand shoulder to shoulder, their eyes fixed on the action unfolding before them. This snapshot perfectly encapsulates both the spirit of adventure and leisure that characterized early 20th-century America. As traveling carnivals became popular across North America during this time period, Luna Park emerged as one of its most beloved destinations. With its rich archival quality, this print invites us to imagine ourselves amidst these enthralled spectators - feeling their excitement and sharing in their joyous experience. It serves as a reminder that even over a century later, amusement parks continue to be cherished places where people can escape reality and indulge in moments of pure thrill-seeking delight. Step into history with this remarkable piece from Fine Art Storehouse's collection – an evocative glimpse into an era when simple pleasures brought communities together at enchanting destinations like Luna Park.
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