The obelisk horizontal Possibly 1879

This black and white photograph, taken on December 6, 1879, shows the process of moving the obelisk horizontally. The obelisk, resting on a wooden structure, is being lifted by a large, complex wooden crane. It appears to be near a waterfront with buildings in the background. The scene captures a pivotal moment in the relocation of a monumental object, highlighting the engineering and labor involved in such undertakings.