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Burning of the New York Crystal Palace, pub. 1858 by Currier & Ives (colour litho)
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Burning of the New York Crystal Palace, pub. 1858 by Currier & Ives (colour litho)
2962099 Burning of the New York Crystal Palace, pub. 1858 by Currier & Ives (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 5th October 1858 duirng the Annual Fair of the American Institute; constructed for the Exhibition of the Industry of All Nations which opened on 14th July 1853; ); The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23445656
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures the dramatic scene of the Burning of the New York Crystal Palace in 1858. Published by Currier & Ives, renowned for their skillful lithographs, this colorized image brings to life the chaos and devastation that unfolded on that fateful day. The Crystal Palace, a magnificent glass and iron structure constructed for the Exhibition of the Industry of All Nations, stood as a symbol of progress and innovation. However, on October 5th during the Annual Fair of the American Institute, it became engulfed in flames. The fire raged uncontrollably while brave firefighters battled against all odds to contain it. In this snapshot frozen in time, billowing smoke fills the air as onlookers gather in disbelief at what they are witnessing. Firefighters valiantly operate water pumps and hoses desperately trying to extinguish the inferno. The once grand dome is now consumed by flames, its fragile glass shattering under intense heat. Amidst this chaotic scene, flags flutter defiantly in defiance against destruction while visitors scramble to safety. This photograph serves as a haunting reminder of both human resilience and vulnerability when faced with such catastrophic events. Preserved within private collections today, this historic image from Bridgeman Images transports us back to that momentous day when an iconic exhibition center turned into an unforgettable spectacle of tragedy and loss.
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