"Pulpit Rock on Presque Isle," Lake Superior near Marquette, Michigan, 1898

Summary

From 1895 to 1924, the Detroit Publishing Company was one of the major image publishers in the world. The company had a wide-ranging stock of original photographs, including many scenes from around the world. These colorful prints were reproduced for ads, purchased to decorate homes and offices, bought as souvenirs, and used as teaching tools in schools and libraries.

From 1895 to 1924, the Detroit Publishing Company was one of the major image publishers in the world. The company had a wide-ranging stock of original photographs, including many scenes from around the world. These colorful prints were reproduced for ads, purchased to decorate homes and offices, bought as souvenirs, and used as teaching tools in schools and libraries.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Photomechanical processes
Photolithography

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 6.75 in

Width: 9 in

Inscriptions

On lower front edge: 53437 PULPIT ROCK, PRESQUE ISLE, LAKE SUPERIOR / Copyright 1898 by Detroit Photographic Co.

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