{"product_id":"milwaukee-breakwater-lighthouse-art-print-premium-fine-art-print-redkalion","title":"Milwaukee Breakwater Lighthouse Art Print | Premium Fine Art Print | RedKalion","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Milwaukee Breakwater Lighthouse, a sentinel on Lake Michigan, stands as a testament to industrial-era maritime engineering and Great Lakes history. Built in 1926, this steel-framed structure guided vessels through Milwaukee's bustling harbor for decades. Its stark, functional design contrasts with the natural drama of the lake, embodying a utilitarian aesthetic that has since gained nostalgic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMilwaukee Breakwater Lighthouse: Historical Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis lighthouse was part of a broader U.S. expansion of harbor infrastructure in the early 20th century. Positioned at the end of a 2,400-foot breakwater, it replaced earlier, less durable lights. Its steel skeleton, painted white with a black lantern, was engineered to withstand harsh lake storms, symbolizing human resilience against nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eArtistic and Architectural Analysis\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eArchitecturally, the Milwaukee Breakwater Lighthouse exemplifies the 'skeletal' style common in breakwater lights of the period. Its open framework reduces wind resistance, while the central column houses the light mechanism. This design prioritizes function over ornament, yet its geometric lines against water and sky create a compelling visual rhythm, often captured in photographs and art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePrint Specifications \u0026amp; Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAvailable Sizes:\u003c\/b\u003e 75×100 cm \/ 30×40″, 40×50 cm \/ 16×20″, 21×29.7 cm \/ 8×12″\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaper Finishing:\u003c\/b\u003e Matte, uncoated, natural white (off-white)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAcid-Free:\u003c\/b\u003e pH above 7 to prevent yellowing over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaper Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e 250 gsm (110 lb) | Thickness: 0.29 mm (11.4 mils)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSustainable Paper:\u003c\/b\u003e FSC-certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eRedKalion's premium art print of the Milwaukee Breakwater Lighthouse offers a museum-quality reproduction, ideal for admirers of maritime history or industrial design. Our archival materials ensure this piece endures, bringing a slice of Great Lakes heritage into your space.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RedKalion","offers":[{"title":"21x29.7 cm \/ 8x12\"","offer_id":51400008270112,"sku":"Milwaukee-Breakwater-Lighthouse-Art-Print-|-Premium-Fine-Art-Print-|-RedKalion-SML","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40x50 cm \/ 16x20″","offer_id":51400008302880,"sku":"Milwaukee-Breakwater-Lighthouse-Art-Print-|-Premium-Fine-Art-Print-|-RedKalion-MED","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75x100 cm \/ 30x40″","offer_id":51400008335648,"sku":"Milwaukee-Breakwater-Lighthouse-Art-Print-|-Premium-Fine-Art-Print-|-RedKalion-LRG","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/9574\/8896\/files\/Milwaukee-Breakwater-Lighthouse-Art-Print-_-Premium-Fine-Art-Print-_-RedKalion.webp?v=1774972346","url":"https:\/\/redkalion.com\/products\/milwaukee-breakwater-lighthouse-art-print-premium-fine-art-print-redkalion","provider":"RedKalion","version":"1.0","type":"link"}