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Canvas Print : RIIS: LOWER EAST SIDE. Ice on a burnt-out building in the section of the Lower East Side called Jewtown. The suspected cause of this and many other fires in the neighborhood was arson. Photograph c1909 by Jacob Riis
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RIIS: LOWER EAST SIDE. Ice on a burnt-out building in the section of the Lower East Side called Jewtown. The suspected cause of this and many other fires in the neighborhood was arson. Photograph c1909 by Jacob Riis
RIIS: LOWER EAST SIDE.
Ice on a burnt-out building in the section of the Lower East Side called Jewtown. The suspected cause of this and many other fires in the neighborhood was arson. Photograph c1909 by Jacob Riis
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Media ID 6252437
1909 Arson Burned Crime Destruction Fire Jacob Judaism Neighborhood Riis Rubble Ruin Street Scene Tenement
20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print
Bring the poignant history of the Lower East Side to life with our exquisite Canvas Print of "RIIS: LOWER EAST SIDE" by Jacob Riis from Granger Art on Demand. This evocative image, taken in 1909, captures the haunting sight of ice forming on a burnt-out building in the once vibrant neighborhood of Jewtown. The suspected cause of these devastating fires was arson, a stark reminder of the challenges faced during this era. Our premium Canvas Prints are meticulously crafted with a high-quality finish and vibrant colors, ensuring your art piece is a cherished addition to your home or office. Experience the past in a new light with this captivating image from our Media Storehouse collection.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 powerful photograph captures the aftermath of a devastating fire in the Lower East Side neighborhood known as Jewtown. Taken by Jacob Riis in 1909, it showcases a burnt-out building covered in ice, standing as a haunting symbol of destruction and despair. The image serves as evidence of the suspected cause behind numerous fires that plagued this community during that time: arson. Riis's lens not only captured the physical devastation but also shed light on the crime that ravaged these streets. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness remnants of what was once a bustling street scene now reduced to ruin and rubble. The tenement building, once filled with life and activity, now stands abandoned and charred. It is impossible to ignore the human element within this desolate landscape. People from all walks of life were affected by these fires - families displaced, dreams shattered, lives forever altered. This photograph serves as a reminder of their struggles and resilience amidst adversity. Riis's work often focused on exposing social issues prevalent at the turn of the century in America. Through his lens, he aimed to bring attention to societal problems such as poverty and crime. In capturing this chilling scene on film, he sheds light on both the physical destruction caused by arson and its impact on an entire neighborhood. As we gaze upon this historical artifact today, let us remember those who endured such hardships while seeking justice for their community – a testament to our collective responsibility towards one another's well-being.
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