Fine Art Print : California, Sacramento. General View of Sacramento
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California, Sacramento. General View of Sacramento
The beginnings of the City of Sacramento have been laid out in a grid, with wide avenues. The view is from the river, where sailing boats and a paddle steamer are at anchor
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Media ID 4382169
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10219245
1850 Anchor Avenues Beginnings California Grid Laid Paddle Sacramento Steamer Wide
21"x7" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history and beauty of California's capital city with our exquisite Fine Art Print of General View of Sacramento. This breathtaking image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the beginnings of Sacramento as it was laid out in a grid, with wide avenues and the serene Sacramento River in the foreground. Sailing boats and a paddle steamer gracefully rest at anchor, adding to the tranquil scene. Bring a piece of California history into your home or office with this stunning, rights managed print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints collection.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 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 36.1cm x 17.7cm (14.2" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 33cm (27" x 13")
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 image offers a glimpse into the early history of Sacramento, California, in the year 1850. The photograph, taken from the banks of the Sacramento River, showcases the city in its nascent stages, with a grid-like layout of wide avenues and streets yet to be fully developed. The tranquil river is dotted with sailing boats and a paddle steamer, anchored in wait for the next cargo or passenger. Sacramento, founded in 1848, was the first state capital of California and played a pivotal role in the state's gold rush era. The city's strategic location at the confluence of the Sacramento and American Rivers made it an essential hub for trade and commerce. The arrival of the paddle steamer, a symbol of progress and modernization, further solidified Sacramento's position as a thriving center of activity. The wide avenues, a testament to the city's ambitious planning, were designed to accommodate the growing population and facilitate the movement of goods and people. The grid layout, a common urban planning strategy during the 19th century, was intended to create a sense of order and organization. As you gaze upon this historical view, imagine the bustling activity that once filled the streets of Sacramento. The sound of horse hooves on cobblestones, the chatter of merchants and traders, and the excitement of gold seekers all converging in this vibrant frontier town. This photograph is a poignant reminder of Sacramento's rich history and the spirit of adventure that defined the California Gold Rush era.
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