Currier & Ives: The Great East River Suspension Bridge (1883) Print

Commemorate the 'Eighth Wonder of the World.' This museum-quality Giclée reproduction features Currier & Ives’ legendary 1883 lithograph, capturing the Brooklyn Bridge in its inaugural glory.

Published in 1883—the same year the bridge opened to the public—this Currier & Ives print served as both news and art for a fascinated American public. Known as 'Printmakers to the People,' Currier & Ives specialized in capturing the defining moments of the Industrial Revolution. This specific work meticulously documents the engineering triumph of John A. and Washington Roebling. From the neo-Gothic arches of the Brooklyn and New York towers to the intricate network of steel cables, the print celebrates a new era of American connectivity. The vibrant maritime life in the East River below provides a stark, beautiful contrast to the soaring, permanent structure above, making it a definitive record of the 19th-century New York waterfront.

Original Currier & Ives lithographs are prized for their narrative detail and hand-colored charm. Our archival Giclée print is digitally mastered to preserve the subtle atmospheric gradients of the sky and the sharp architectural lines of the original 1883 medium. Printed on premium art paper, it ensures the rich ochres of the stonework and the deep teals of the river remain a powerful focal point in your home.

A sophisticated Statement Piece for a home office, a traditional library, or a modern loft celebrating industrial heritage. This Brooklyn Bridge Print is an exceptional gift for architects, historians, and anyone with a heart for New York City.

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