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William Henry Jackson Photograph 841 Echo Cliffs

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William Henry Jackson Photograph 841 Echo Cliffs
This is an original albumen photograph by William Henry Jackson titled: "841: Echo Cliffs, Grand River, D. & R.G.R.R.," as marked at the lower left. The scene depicts a curve in the river, and the railroad that runs along side. This photo is in excellent * condition. The back of the backing has his studio name. The photo size is 7" x 4 1/2", and the matte size is 10" x 8". It is ready to be framed and enjoyed. * William Henry Jackson (1843 - 1942) was an American explorer, painter, Civil War soldier, and geological survey photographer who became famous for his depictions of the American West. Jackson won a commission from the Union Pacific Railroad in 1869 to document * scenery along their routes to promote their rail service. He was invited to exhibit photographs and clay models of Anasazi dwellings at Mesa Verde for the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia. He settled in in Denver, Colorado where he set up a studio, * and produced many national and international views. *