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Antique Framed Print : PEDDLERs BED, c1890. A peddler in his lodgings in the cellar of a Ludlow Street tenement
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PEDDLERs BED, c1890. A peddler in his lodgings in the cellar of a Ludlow Street tenement
PEDDLERs BED, c1890.
A peddler in his lodgings in the cellar of a Ludlow Street tenement. Photograph by Jacob Riis, c1890
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Media ID 12570603
Barrel Cellar Downtown Jacob Lower East Side Mattress Northeast Peddler Poverty Riis Room Tenement
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.9cm (9.6" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, titled "PEDDLERs BED, c1890" transports us back to the late 19th century in America. The image captures the harsh reality of poverty-stricken life in a Ludlow Street tenement on the Lower East Side of New York City. Taken by renowned photographer Jacob Riis around 1890, this powerful snapshot reveals an intimate glimpse into the daily struggles faced by those living in cramped and destitute conditions. In this particular scene, we see a peddler amidst his lodgings located deep within the cellar. Surrounded by barrels and various objects that serve as his meager possessions, he lies upon a worn-out mattress. The dimly lit room exudes an air of desolation and neglect, highlighting the stark contrast between wealthier parts of society and these forgotten corners. Riis masterfully captures not only the physical environment but also manages to convey the emotional weight carried by individuals trapped in poverty's grip. Through his lens, he sheds light on their resilience while simultaneously exposing societal issues prevalent during turn-of-the-century America. This thought-provoking photograph serves as a poignant reminder that despite progress over time, there are still many who face similar hardships today. It urges us to reflect upon our collective responsibility towards creating a more equitable society for all.
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