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Tenements In New York City
Photograph shows laundry drying on clotheslines in the backyards of New York City tenement slums, circa 1900. (Photo by FPG/Getty Images)
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Media ID 11926722
© 2004 Getty Images
America Apartment Clothesline Drying Housing Industrial Laundry North Slum T836606 Urban Tenement
22"x18" Modern Frame
Step into the past with our captivating Tenements in New York City Framed Print by FPG from the Media Storehouse Fine Art collection. This evocative photograph, captured circa 1900, transports you back in time as you witness the everyday life of New York City tenement slums. The image, filled with the sights and sounds of laundry drying on clotheslines in the backyards, invites you to explore the rich history and charm of a bygone era. Bring this stunning piece into your home to add depth, character, and timeless appeal to any room.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities of life in New York City's tenement slums during the early 1900s. The image showcases a maze of apartment buildings, towering high above the bustling city streets. In the backyards, clotheslines stretch across the narrow spaces, adorned with laundry hanging out to dry. This simple act of drying clothes takes on a profound significance as it symbolizes both resilience and struggle. The dilapidated architecture and cramped living conditions depicted here serve as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by working-class families in this era. These tenements were often overcrowded, lacking proper sanitation facilities or ventilation. Yet amidst these hardships, one can't help but admire the resourcefulness and determination exhibited by these residents who made do with what little they had. This photograph not only documents an important chapter in American history but also highlights broader themes such as urbanization and industrialization that shaped North America during this period. It serves as a powerful visual testament to how cities evolved rapidly while grappling with issues surrounding housing and social inequality. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from FPG/Getty Images, we are reminded of our collective responsibility to learn from past mistakes and strive for more equitable societies today.
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