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2753. Gassing Wells

American 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of an oil drilling site. The image features several tall wooden derricks dominating the background. The ground appears muddy or rough. Some buildings are visible in the distant background. The image is sepia-toned. The card mount surrounding the photograph indicates it was part of a stereoscopic view.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1860
Medium
stereoscopic albumen silver print
Dimensions
14204 × 10652 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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