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Street in Philadelphia
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1930s: Traffic and pedestrians on Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, aerial view. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)
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H. Armstrong Roberts
Media ID 11928214
1930 1939 1930s Accuracy Aerial Aerial View America American Antenna Aerial Auto Automobile British Empire Center Chestnut Chestnut Food Commonwealth East Eastern Usa John Keystone King Royal Person Land Vehicle Large Group Of People Mid Atlantic Mobility North Northeast Pedestrian Philadelphia Pennsylvania Region State King John Of England
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This black and white aerial photograph, taken by H. Armstrong Roberts in the 1930s, offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the bustling streets of Philadelphia. The image showcases Chestnut Street, one of the city's main thoroughfares, teeming with vibrant activity. As cars navigate through traffic and pedestrians traverse the sidewalks below, this snapshot captures a moment frozen in time. The architectural beauty of Philadelphia is on full display as towering buildings line both sides of Chestnut Street. This metropolis stands as a testament to America's rich history and its role as an epicenter of commerce and culture in the mid-Atlantic region. The photo perfectly encapsulates the spirit of mobility that defines this era. Automobiles dominate the landscape, symbolizing progress and modernity while hinting at America's love affair with cars. Amidst this dynamic scene are large groups of people going about their daily lives – a diverse tapestry representing different walks of life within this great melting pot known as Philadelphia. Their presence adds depth to an already captivating composition. As we gaze upon this archival masterpiece, we are transported back to a time when technology was rapidly advancing but still retained an air of simplicity. It serves as a reminder that even amidst progress and change, certain elements endure - like the timeless allure captured by H. Armstrong Roberts' lens all those years ago.
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