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This picturesque view of Detroit, as seen from the Canadian side of the Detroit River, captures the city’s bustling waterfront in the mid-19th century.
The foreground presents a tranquil pastoral setting, with lush greenery, grazing cattle, and a lone figure standing near the riverbank, emphasizing the contrast between rural and urban life. The calm waters of the river reflect the numerous sailing vessels and steamships navigating the harbor, illustrating Detroit’s prominence as a growing center of commerce and transportation. The background showcases the city’s expanding skyline, with church spires, industrial buildings, and warehouses lining the waterfront, highlighting its role as an important trading hub in the Great Lakes region.
The engraving, published by D. Appleton & Co. in 1872, captures a moment in time when the city was on the cusp of rapid industrialization, yet still closely connected to its riverine trade and natural surroundings.
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