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CSS13 – Great Fire of ’49
$250.00 – $1,670.00
CSS13 – Great Fire of ‘49 is a powerful visual narrative capturing a pivotal moment in the history of Windsor, Ontario. In April 1849, a devastating fire ravaged half of the young village, with the steamboat Hastings believed to be the source of the blaze. Amid the chaos, Windsor’s lack of fire-fighting resources left the village vulnerable, but thanks to the quick action of Detroit’s fire chief, the situation was salvaged. From across the river, Detroit sent help in the form of two ferry boats laden with men and equipment, ultimately saving Windsor from total destruction.
This painting honors the extraordinary response and cooperation between the two cities. The imagery evokes the ferocity of the fire as it blazes out of control, juxtaposed against the desperate yet heroic measures taken to quell the flames. In recognition of Detroit’s life-saving intervention, Windsor gifted a silver bullhorn, which remains a symbol of this historic bond.
With a rich backdrop of cross-border solidarity and human spirit, CSS13 – Great Fire of ‘49 encapsulates not just a moment in history, but the enduring ties of friendship and mutual aid between Windsor and Detroit. This limited edition print is a tribute to bravery, community, and the enduring legacy of helping one another in times of crisis.
Available Print Types:
- 259 Signed & Numbered 29″x19″
- 59 Artist’s Proof 29″x19″
- 7 Printer’s Proof 29″x19″
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Framing Options
Artist's Choice Frame #1
Hand Finished Natural Wood
Size of framed Great Fire of ’49 print is 41″w x 32″h.
Every Suchiu Art frame is hand-selected by the artist using only archival-grade, museum-quality materials designed to preserve and promote the lifetime value and quality of the artwork.
All Suchiu Art frames are hand-crafted, cut, assembled, and finished under the scrutiny of Suchiu and his certified Master Framer, making each frame a work of art in itself.
The Hand Finished Natural Wood frame elevates your print with a textured accent and fits seamlessly into any rustic interior decor. Each frame has been hand-finished by Suchiu Art professionals and inspected by the artist, increasing the aesthetic function and overall value of the art piece
Artist's Choice Frame #2
Cool Raven Black
Size of framed Great Fire of ’49 print is 40″w x 31″h.
This stylish, sleek profile Contemporary Frame accentuates the drama of the art piece while preserving the artwork's lifetime quality and protecting its value with archival-grade, museum-quality materials hand-selected by the artist.
All Suchiu Art frames are hand-crafted, cut, assembled, and finished under the scrutiny of Suchiu and his certified Master Framer, making each frame a work of art in itself.
Unframed Ltd Edition Print
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Hand-drawn Custom Remarque
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If you order the custom remarque, I will hand sketch and colorize it on the lower margin, especially for you personally. These small art pieces are actual original artworks and are signed by me.
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