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VIEW OF SAN FRANCISCO, 1878. Bird s-eye view of San Francisco from the Bay
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VIEW OF SAN FRANCISCO, 1878. Bird s-eye view of San Francisco from the Bay
VIEW OF SAN FRANCISCO, 1878. Bird s-eye view of San Francisco from the Bay. Lithograph, 1878, by Currier & Ives
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1878 Aerial View Cityscape Currier Ives Merritt Nathaniel Panorama San Francisco
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VIEW OF SAN FRANCISCO, 1878 - A Glimpse into the Bustling Cityscape of Late 19th Century America
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. This lithograph, created in 1878 by Nathaniel Merritt Currier and James Ives, offers a mesmerizing bird's-eye view of San Francisco from the Bay. The print takes us back to a time when this vibrant city was still in its infancy but already bustling with activity. The panoramic scene showcases the remarkable growth and development that had taken place since the Gold Rush era just three decades prior. From this aerial perspective, we can see an expanding cityscape filled with elegant Victorian buildings lining the streets. The bay itself is teeming with ships and boats, symbolizing San Francisco's thriving maritime trade. The lithograph captures both the beauty of nature and human ingenuity as it depicts rolling hills meeting a vast blue sky dotted with fluffy clouds. It transports us to an era where horse-drawn carriages traversed cobblestone streets while pedestrians strolled along bustling sidewalks. As we gaze upon this historical artwork, we are reminded of how far San Francisco has come since those early days. Today, it stands as a global hub for technology and innovation while retaining its unique charm and cultural diversity. This Granger Collection print allows us to appreciate not only the artistic talent behind Currier & Ives' work but also provides a glimpse into an important chapter in American history - one that shaped San Francisco into what it is today.
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