Fine Art Print : Gustavus Swift, US industrialist C016 / 8870
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Gustavus Swift, US industrialist C016 / 8870
Gustavus Franklin Swift (1839-1903), US industrialist and pioneer of the meat-packing industry. Swift worked in the livestock and animal slaughtering business from the age of 14. After earlier ventures, he established Swift and Company in Chicago in 1885. Using new refrigeration technology, rail and production line methods, he revolutionized the industry and made his fortune. This 1901 photograph is courtesy of Swift and Company. It was published in The Epic of Industry (1926), volume 5 of The Pageant of America: A Pictorial History of the United States. This was a 15-volume series that commemorated 150 years since the founding of the USA in 1776
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© MIRIAM AND IRA D. WALLACH DIVISION OF ART, PRINTS AND PHOTOGRAPHS/NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY/ SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
1900s Businessman Food Industry Industrialist Inventor Logistics North American Packaging Pioneer Portrait Production Line Supply The Pageant Of America Trains Volume 5 1901 Gustave Meat Packing Railway Transport Refrigeration Swift And Company
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the captivating Gustavus Franklin Swift Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, part of our esteemed collection of historical figures. This exquisite print, sourced from the Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs at the New York Public Library, showcases an iconic image of Gustavus Swift, the pioneering US industrialist and founder of the Swift & Company meat-packing empire. Born into a farming family at the age of 14, Swift began his career in the livestock business, eventually revolutionizing the industry with innovative methods and technologies. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality fine art print. Order yours today and join the ranks of those who appreciate the beauty and significance of our past.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the essence of Gustavus Swift, a prominent figure in American industrial history. Gustavus Franklin Swift, an ingenious inventor and pioneer of the meat-packing industry, is depicted in this 1901 portrait. Born in 1839, he dedicated his life to revolutionizing the way livestock was processed and transported. At just 14 years old, Swift embarked on his journey in the livestock business. After various ventures, he established Swift and Company in Chicago in 1885. It was here that he harnessed new refrigeration technology, rail systems, and production line methods to transform the meat-packing industry forever. The image showcases a determined man with a visionary gaze - someone who understood the power of technological advancements for efficient supply chains. With trains symbolizing progress behind him, it is evident that Swift's impact extended far beyond mere packaging techniques. Published as part of The Pageant of America: A Pictorial History of the United States series in 1926 (volume 5), this photograph serves as a testament to Gustavus Swift's contribution to American industry during its formative years. Today we remember Gustavus F. Swift not only as an influential businessman but also as an emblematic figure who shaped logistics within the food industry through his innovative use of refrigerated railcars and railway transport. This print from Science Photo Library offers us a glimpse into history - reminding us how one individual can leave an indelible mark on society through their ingenuity and determination.
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