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This is an original mid-century vernacular snapshot photograph, likely dating from the 1940s to 1950s. The image captures a striking architectural scene, depicting a large concrete bridge or viaduct under construction or recently completed, spanning over water. The massive concrete structures, possibly supports or abutments, create a powerful visual, with their reflections clearly visible in the calm water below. On the left, a dense cluster of trees and a utility pole add context to the landscape, contrasting with the man-made infrastructure. The photograph features charming deckled edges, characteristic of snapshots from this era.
This vintage silver gelatin print offers a fascinating glimpse into historical infrastructure development and everyday life, appealing to collectors of found photography, historical architecture, and Americana. It serves as a unique piece of visual history, showcasing the engineering prowess and aesthetic of the period. This listing includes one original snapshot photograph.
Specifications:
Item Type/Format: Snapshot, Silver Gelatin Print
Subject: Bridge, Architecture, Construction, Infrastructure, Water
Era/Date: 1940s-1950s
Features: Deckled Edges, Water Reflection
Included Components: 1x Snapshot Photograph
May have some creasing, wrinkling, wear around the edges, with normal vintage wear for age. Please see pictures for more details on condition.
Measures approx. 3.5 by 3.5 inches
Bridge Dam Construction 1940s Snapshot Photograph Concrete Architecture Water
$14.99
This vintage silver gelatin print offers a fascinating glimpse into historical infrastructure development and everyday life, appealing to collectors of found photography, historical architecture, and Americana. It serves as a unique piece of visual history, showcasing the engineering prowess and aesthetic of the period. This listing includes one original snapshot photograph.
Specifications:
Item Type/Format: Snapshot, Silver Gelatin Print
Subject: Bridge, Architecture, Construction, Infrastructure, Water
Era/Date: 1940s-1950s
Features: Deckled Edges, Water Reflection
Included Components: 1x Snapshot Photograph
May have some creasing, wrinkling, wear around the edges, with normal vintage wear for age. Please see pictures for more details on condition.
Measures approx. 3.5 by 3.5 inches