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Fur company factory, Lake Superior, Canada
Canadian fur trade -- The American Fur Companys factory, on Lake Superior, Canada. Date: 1842
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Media ID 20141751
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step into the past with our exquisite selection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image of the American Fur Company's factory on Lake Superior, Canada, from Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning 1842 photograph transports you back in time to the heart of the Canadian fur trade. The crisp, winter landscape and the grandeur of the fur trading post make for a truly unique and thoughtful greeting. Perfect for history enthusiasts or anyone looking to add a touch of nostalgia to their correspondence.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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.
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In this evocative image from 1842, we witness the bustling activity of the American Fur Company's factory, nestled on the shores of Lake Superior in Canada. The pristine waters of the lake mirror the towering trees that surround the site, creating a striking contrast between the natural beauty of the landscape and the industrial might of the fur trade. The American Fur Company, a major player in the North American fur trade during the 1800s, operated numerous trading posts and factories throughout the region. This particular factory, located in what is now Ontario, Canada, served as a hub for the processing and exportation of valuable furs, primarily sourced from local Native American tribes. The scene depicted in the photograph reveals a diverse workforce, with men of various ethnicities and backgrounds working together to process and prepare the fur pelts. The intricate process involved cleaning, sorting, and grading the pelts, as well as transforming them into desirable finished goods such as hats, coats, and rugs. The factory's proximity to the water allowed for efficient transportation of the finished goods to markets in Europe and the United States. The fur trade played a significant role in the economic development of the region, and the American Fur Company's factories, like the one on Lake Superior, were instrumental in shaping the cultural landscape of North America during the 1840s and beyond. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, revealing the interplay between nature, industry, and human ingenuity during a pivotal moment in North American history.
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