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Poster Print : BUSN2A-00077
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BUSN2A-00077
Wagons distributing newspapers to newsboys at Union Square, New York City, 1890s.
Hand-colored halftone of a 19th-century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5884457
© North Wind Picture Archives
1890s African American Business Child Child Labor City Communication Crowd Female Girl Labor Labour Manhattan New York New York City Peddler Periodical Publication Urban Work Worker Newpaper Newsboy Union Square
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's vintage poster prints, featuring the captivating image of BUSN2A-00077 from North Wind Picture Archives. This stunning, hand-colored halftone illustration transports you to the 1890s as wagons laden with newspapers make their way through Union Square, New York City. Add a touch of history and charm to your space with this authentic and intricately detailed poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This hand-colored halftone print takes us back to the bustling streets of Union Square, New York City in the 1890s. The image showcases a vibrant scene where wagons filled with newspapers are being distributed to eager newsboys. It encapsulates the essence of a bygone era, capturing both the energy and diversity that defined this historic period. In this snapshot of urban life, we see people from various ethnic backgrounds coming together in pursuit of their livelihoods. Amongst them is a young African American girl, standing out amidst the crowd as she diligently carries out her role in this thriving business venture. This illustration serves as a poignant reminder of how labor was divided along gender and racial lines during that time. The significance of publications and communication is palpable in this artwork; it highlights the crucial role played by these newsboys who acted as peddlers for information dissemination throughout Manhattan. Their dedication to their job reflects an era when newspapers were not only sources of news but also symbols of progress and societal development. As we gaze upon this vintage masterpiece, we are transported back to an age marked by hard work, determination, and resilience. It serves as a testament to our collective history while shedding light on important issues such as child labor prevalent at that time. This print from North Wind Picture Archives invites us to appreciate the rich tapestry woven into New York City's past - one that continues to shape its present-day identity.
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