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Panorama 6 of San Francisco from California Street Hill
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Panorama 6 of San Francisco from California Street Hill
Muybridge wan an English-born photographer who established his career in San Francisco. In 1877 he photographed a masterpiece when he set up his camera on San Franciscos famed Nob Hill and took a panorama of the city using eight by ten-inch plates. The result was a magnificent view of the city on 11 panels that stretched to seven and a half feet in length. He published the series as " Panorama of San Francisco from California Street Hill".
1877: Part of Eadweard Muybridges eleven-frame panorama of San Francisco, California. (Photo by Eadweard Muybridge/Getty Images)
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This print showcases Eadweard Muybridge's iconic panorama of San Francisco from California Street Hill. In 1877, Muybridge, an English-born photographer who found success in the vibrant city, embarked on a remarkable endeavor to capture the essence of San Francisco. With his camera positioned atop Nob Hill, he meticulously photographed the sprawling metropolis using large eight by ten-inch plates. The result was nothing short of extraordinary—a magnificent view of the city that spanned across eleven panels, stretching an impressive seven and a half feet in length. This breathtaking panorama became known as "Panorama of San Francisco from California Street Hill" and solidified Muybridge's reputation as a masterful photographer. In this particular frame, we are transported back to 1877 where we witness a glimpse into the past. The image portrays bustling streets lined with elegant Victorian houses and towering buildings that define San Francisco's unique architectural landscape. The absence of color adds a timeless quality to the scene, allowing us to appreciate every intricate detail captured by Muybridge's lens. As we gaze upon this historical masterpiece, we are reminded not only of Muybridge's artistic genius but also of San Francisco's rich history and enduring allure. It serves as a testament to both the beauty inherent in capturing moments frozen in time and our endless fascination with exploring new horizons through photography.
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