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Photographic Print : Steamboat passing through lock near St. Louis. Missouri, USA
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Steamboat passing through lock near St. Louis. Missouri, USA
Steamboat passing through lock near St. Louis. Missouri, USA Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 19571586
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Lock Locks Missouri Oct19 Passing Steamboat
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Experience a piece of American history with our stunning photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a steamboat gracefully passing through a lock near St. Louis, Missouri, circa 1910s. The intricate engineering of the lock system and the grandeur of the steamboat are beautifully captured in this rights-managed vintage print. Add an authentic touch to your decor or office space with this captivating piece of history.
High-quality poster prints are available in a range of sizes and are printed on 270 gsm semi-glossy silk finish poster paper. An affordable option for decorating any space, they are perfect for fixing straight onto walls. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.5cm x 23.9cm (14.8" x 9.4")
Estimated Product Size is 37.5cm x 25cm (14.8" x 9.8")
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.
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This photograph captures the essence of American river transportation in the early 1900s, as a majestic steamboat makes its way through a lock near St. Louis, Missouri. The mighty Mississippi River, a vital artery of commerce and travel in the United States, is seen in the background, its waters gently lapping against the banks. The steamboat, with its tall smokestacks billowing out plumes of steam, cuts through the water with grace and power. The lock, a testament to engineering ingenuity, is a crucial component of the transportation system that allowed large vessels to navigate the river's changing water levels. The lock gates are seen closed in this image, as the steamboat waits for the water levels to be adjusted before continuing its journey upstream. The scene transports us back in time to an era when steamboats were the primary mode of transportation along the Mississippi and its tributaries. The steamboat's grandeur and the engineering marvel of the lock are a reminder of the ingenuity and determination of the American people to tame the natural elements and connect their vast country. This photograph, taken in the 1910s, is a beautiful representation of the rich history of transportation in the United States and the role that the Mississippi River and its locks played in shaping the nation's history. It is a testament to the enduring allure of the American river system and the steamboats that once plied its waters.
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