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Fine Art Print : NEW YORK: TENEMENT, 1879. Tenement life in Bottle Alley near Chatham Square, in New York City. Wood engraving, American, 1879
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NEW YORK: TENEMENT, 1879. Tenement life in Bottle Alley near Chatham Square, in New York City. Wood engraving, American, 1879
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Media ID 7561615
1879 Alley Chatham Court Yard Crowded Home New York City Poverty Square Stove Tenement
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of New York: Tenement, 1879. This captivating wood engraving, created in 1879 by The Granger Collection from Granger Art on Demand, offers a glimpse into the tenement life in Bottle Alley near Chatham Square. Experience the rich history of New York City through this intricately detailed and evocative image. Perfect for adding character and depth to any room, this fine art print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and those who appreciate the beauty of historical art.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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.
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NEW YORK - TENEMENT, 1879. A Glimpse into the Struggles of Tenement Life in Bottle Alley near Chatham Square
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. This wood engraving from 1879 offers a poignant snapshot of daily life within the crowded tenements of New York City. The image transports us to Bottle Alley, nestled near Chatham Square, where poverty and hardship were an everyday reality for its inhabitants. The scene captures both the exterior and interior aspects of these cramped dwellings. Dilapidated buildings line the narrow alleyway, their worn facades reflecting years of neglect. Inside one such tenement, we witness a bustling courtyard filled with men and women going about their daily routines amidst challenging circumstances. In this diverse community, African Americans are present alongside other residents as they navigate their shared struggles. A young girl catches our attention; her innocent face speaks volumes about the resilience required to survive in such harsh conditions. The presence of a stove hints at attempts to create warmth and sustenance within these humble homes. Yet it is impossible to ignore the overwhelming sense of overcrowding that permeates every corner depicted in this evocative engraving. Through this historical artifact, we gain insight into an era when tenement life was synonymous with hardship for countless families striving to make ends meet in North America's most vibrant city - New York City.
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