The great ruby Arthur Collins' production – Antique Print
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Description
Few images capture their era like this historic image of The great ruby Arthur Collins' production. It comes from the Snapshots of the Past collection, curated over 25 years for its historical value.
Framed, it is ready for the wall; unframed, it is ready for the frame you choose. It brings character to any room and makes a memorable gift. Free shipping in the lower 48 states. Snapshots of the Past, founded in 2001, has served tens of thousands of customers worldwide.
The great ruby Arthur Collins' production
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The title points to a production by Arthur Collins, and "The Great Ruby" suggests a named show or spectacle rather than a plain scene. The record offers little beyond that, so the exact occasion is unclear. Balloon imagery from the late 1800s and early 1900s often recorded public ascents, aerial exhibitions, and traveling shows, which drew crowds with spectacle and daring. Looking closely at the crowd, the balloon's form, and any text or signage can help show how such events were staged and presented to the public.
| Original scan | 1,478 × 2,015 px · prints to 5 × 7 in at 300 dpi |
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| Reference | 1102u The great ruby Arthur Collins' production |
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