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Standard Petroleum Refinery, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania

Thomas H. Johnson

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of an old train station with a group of people in the foreground. It shows a brick building with tall chimneys and arched windows, possibly an industrial or transport facility. Lamp posts are visible, providing scale and context for the architecture. The building features ornate brickwork, large windows, and towering chimneys, reflecting a grand architectural style. Blurred movement in the foreground suggests people in motion. The setting appears to be slightly overcast, with cloudy skies, adding to the vintage feel of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1865
Medium
stereoscopic albumen silver prints
Dimensions
7674 × 3712 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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