Humpback Bridge Metal Print
by James Woody
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Humpback Bridge metal print by James Woody. Bring your artwork to life with the stylish lines and added depth of a metal print. Your image gets printed directly onto a sheet of 1/16" thick aluminum. The aluminum sheet is offset from the wall by a 3/4" thick wooden frame which is attached to the back. The high gloss of the aluminum sheet complements the rich colors of any image to produce stunning results.
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Photo of the historic Humpback Bridge, located near Covington, Virginia. This is the only covered, humpback bridge remaining in the United States. ... more
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Photo of the historic "Humpback Bridge", located near Covington, Virginia. This is the only covered, humpback bridge remaining in the United States. It's also a cherished landmark, now listed on the National Register of Historic Places, where residents and visitors alike gather for picnics, photos or simply to admire her beauty and craftsmanship.
The bridge was constructed in 1857, and the design of the bridge, to be covered and arched, was to increase its longevity and keep the midpoint above flood waters. This nearly 110 foot structure was built with a broad axe and put together with hand hewed locust pins. The bridge was used for vehicular traffic on Route 60 (Midland Trail) until 1929. In 1953, The Covington Business and Professional Woman's Club, the Virginia Department of Transportation, and the area residents restored the bridge. Three eras of transportation history can be seen at this site: the old road crossing Humpback Bridge, the new state highway bridge on Ro...
About James Woody
Welcome to my website, where you will find a wide variety of interesting photos that reflect my growing passion in photography. My objective is to create a collection of attractive and unique photography pieces that can be proudly exhibited as fine art. A native of Roanoke, Virginia, I have resided in the Houston, Texas area for over 35 years. I began pursuing photography as a hobby several years ago, following retirement from a successful career as an IT / project management professional at a major oil company. Since then, photography has become a growing passion. I have found this endeavor to be very relaxing, and it encourages me to explore new places, to continuously look for beauty in my surroundings, to look for unusual views...
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