Fine Art Print : Cotton on the quayside, Galveston, Texas, USA
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Cotton on the quayside, Galveston, Texas, USA
Bales of cotton on the quayside, Galveston, Texas, USA. Date: circa 1910
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Media ID 14407450
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Cotton on the Quayside in Galveston, Texas, USA. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes us back to circa 1910 when bales of cotton were a common sight on the Texas waterfront. The rich history and character of this iconic scene are beautifully preserved in this high-quality print, perfect for adding a touch of timeless charm to any room in your home or office. Our Fine Art Prints are available with Rights Managed licensing, ensuring you can proudly display this stunning piece with the knowledge that you are the sole licensee for personal use. Bring a piece of the past into your present with the Media Storehouse collection.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 36.9cm (20" x 14.5")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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
In this evocative photograph taken circa 1910, the quayside of Galveston, Texas, USA, comes alive with the sight of bountiful bales of cotton. The scene exudes the essence of America's rich agricultural heritage and the bustling activity of a thriving port city. The tall, imposing chimney in the background speaks to the industry and progress that defined the era, while the rail tracks and trucks nearby suggest the efficient transportation of goods from the countryside to the harbor and beyond. The bales, neatly stacked and secured with twine, await the next leg of their journey, their pristine white surfaces a testament to the labor-intensive process of cotton harvesting. The quayside, teeming with activity, is a microcosm of the interconnectedness of America's rural and urban landscapes during the 1910s. The cotton, once picked and processed, is now ready to be shipped to textile mills and factories across the country and the world, contributing to the burgeoning textile industry and fueling economic growth. The photograph captures a moment in time when Galveston, as a major port city, played a crucial role in the global cotton trade. The bales, with their simple yet powerful presence, serve as a reminder of the vital role that agriculture and transportation played in shaping the American story. This image, with its timeless beauty and historical significance, invites us to reflect on the past and appreciate the enduring legacy of America's agricultural and industrial heritage.
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