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Poster Print : New Archangel, Russian town in Alaska, now called Sitka
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New Archangel, Russian town in Alaska, now called Sitka
Sitka, or New Archangel, capital of Alaska in 1869, when purchased from Russia.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5885719
© North Wind Picture Archives
1860s 1869 Alaska Arctic Boat Capital City Harbor Maritime Pacific Pacific Coast Pacific Northwest Port City Russian Sail Boat Sea Port Ship Territory Town Transportation Travel Water Front Baranof Island Russian Colony Sitka
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
"Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Print of New Archangel, the historic Russian town in Alaska, now known as Sitka. This stunning, hand-colored woodcut illustration, sourced from the North Wind Picture Archives, showcases the beauty and charm of Sitka during its early days as the capital of Alaska in 1869, when it was purchased from Russia. Add this captivating piece to your home or office to evoke a sense of history and adventure. Each print is carefully crafted with high-quality materials and vibrant colors, ensuring a long-lasting and beautiful addition to your space. Bring a piece of the past into your present with our New Archangel Poster Print."
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 18.4cm (11.9" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This hand-colored woodcut print takes us back to the 19th century, showcasing the picturesque town of New Archangel, now known as Sitka, Alaska. The image captures the essence of this historic city that once served as the capital of Alaska in 1869 when it was purchased from Russia. The scene depicts a bustling waterfront with ships gracefully sailing on the Pacific Ocean. This maritime setting highlights Sitka's rich heritage and its significance as a sea port during that era. The sailboats elegantly dotting the water create a sense of tranquility amidst this vibrant hub of activity. Situated on Baranof Island, this Russian colony exudes charm and tradition through its architecture and cultural influences. The harbor is teeming with boats, symbolizing both transportation and trade connections between North America and Russia. As we admire this vintage illustration, we can't help but be transported back in time to witness an important chapter in American history unfold before our eyes. It serves as a reminder of how far Sitka has come since those early days - evolving into a thriving city while still preserving its unique identity rooted in Russian heritage. This artwork is not just an exquisite piece capturing artistic beauty; it also encapsulates the spirit of exploration and adventure that defined Alaska's past.
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