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Metal Print : NEW YORK: POVERTY, 1869. Underground lodgings for the poor, Greenwich Street, New York. Wood engraving, American, 1869
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NEW YORK: POVERTY, 1869. Underground lodgings for the poor, Greenwich Street, New York. Wood engraving, American, 1869
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Media ID 7542519
1869 Baby Charity Child Family Greenwich Village Lodging House Mother Poverty Shelter Sleep Slum Stove Under Ground
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our captivating Metal Print of New York: Poverty, 1869. This evocative wood engraving, originally from The Granger Collection, offers a poignant glimpse into history. Depicting underground lodgings for the poor on Greenwich Street, this image paints a powerful picture of a bygone era. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring the intricacy and detail of this historic wood engraving to life, making it a stunning addition to any home or office space. Experience the past in a new light with this unique and thought-provoking piece.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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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NEW YORK - POVERTY, 1869. A Glimpse into the Struggles of Underground Lodgings for the Poor on Greenwich Street
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. This poignant wood engraving from 1869 offers a haunting glimpse into the harsh reality faced by impoverished families in New York City during this era. Capturing an intimate scene within an underground lodging house on Greenwich Street, it showcases the daily life and struggles of those living in extreme poverty. In this dimly lit space, we witness a diverse group of individuals huddled together around a stove, seeking warmth and solace amidst their dire circumstances. Men, women, and children alike find temporary respite from the unforgiving streets above as they sleep side by side on makeshift beds or simply lie upon bags that serve as their only possessions. The image portrays not just physical deprivation but also emotional exhaustion etched across weary faces. A mother cradles her baby close to her chest while trying to provide some semblance of comfort amid these challenging conditions. The presence of middle-aged men suggests that even those who were once employed now find themselves destitute and reliant on such shelters. Through this powerful engraving, we are reminded of the stark inequalities that plagued nineteenth-century America's urban centers like New York City. It serves as both a testament to human resilience in the face of adversity and a call to action for society to address systemic issues surrounding poverty. As we reflect upon this historical snapshot captured by an anonymous American artist over 150 years ago
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