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NEW YORK: FIRE ESCAPES. The New York Tenement House Fire-Escapes. Puck woud like to know how the tenants escape by them in case of fire. Lithograph cartoon by Frederick Burr Opper from Puck, c1890
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NEW YORK: FIRE ESCAPES. The New York Tenement House Fire-Escapes. Puck woud like to know how the tenants escape by them in case of fire. Lithograph cartoon by Frederick Burr Opper from Puck, c1890
NEW YORK: FIRE ESCAPES.
The New York Tenement House " Fire-Escapes." Puck woud like to know how the tenants " escape" by them in case of fire. Lithograph cartoon by Frederick Burr Opper from Puck, c1890
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This lithograph cartoon by Frederick Burr Opper, titled "New York: Fire Escapes" captures the crowded and poverty-stricken living conditions in late 19th-century New York City. The image depicts a tenement house with fire escapes that serve as the only means of escape for its tenants in case of a fire. The cartoon humorously highlights the absurdity of relying on these rickety structures for safety. It raises questions about how people can possibly navigate their way down these narrow and overcrowded fire escapes during an emergency. Puck, a popular satirical magazine at the time, is portrayed as wanting to know more about this seemingly impractical method of escape. The scene showcases various aspects of daily life within this urban slum setting. Women are seen doing laundry while children play nearby, emphasizing the cramped living conditions and lack of space. The dilapidated building itself symbolizes the struggles faced by those in poverty. Frederick Burr Opper's lithograph serves as a social commentary on the working class's plight during this era, shedding light on issues such as housing inequality and inadequate safety measures. This print from Granger Art on Demand offers viewers a glimpse into New York City's history and reminds us of the challenges faced by marginalized communities in our past.
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