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Town Crier on the High Street, 1926 (gelatin silver print)
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Town Crier on the High Street, 1926 (gelatin silver print)
619355 Town Crier on the High Street, 1926 (gelatin silver print) by American Photographer, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; eFree Library of Philadelphia; Sesquicentennial Collection; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23233858
© Free Library of Philadelphia Sesquicentennial Collection / Bridgeman Images
Announcement Bell Breeches Clapboard Clapperboard Crier Fence Gathering High Lamp Lantern Picket Public Quaint Ringing Tricorne Vernacular Black And White Photograph Pronouncement
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This gelatin silver print from 1926 captures the essence of a bygone era on the High Street. The photograph showcases an American town crier, dressed in traditional attire, standing proudly outside his quaint home. With a tricorne hat perched atop his head and breeches adorning his legs, he holds a clapperboard and bell ready to make an important pronouncement to the gathered crowd. The architecture of the surrounding buildings adds to the historical charm of this scene. A picket fence frames the street, while a lantern illuminates the gathering with its warm glow. The black and white composition enhances the timeless quality of this image, transporting viewers back in time. As we observe this moment frozen in history, we can imagine how eagerly people awaited news and announcements from their trusted town crier. His role as a public messenger was vital in disseminating information before modern means of communication took hold. This gelatin silver print is part of the Sesquicentennial Collection at Free Library of Philadelphia's eFree Library. It serves as a reminder not only of America's rich heritage but also highlights photography as an art form that preserves our collective memory. Bridgeman Images has expertly captured this slice of Americana through their lens, allowing us to appreciate both its historical significance and artistic beauty for generations to come.
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