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Canvas Print : LOWER EAST SIDE, c1890. A tenement mother and child. Photograph by Jacob Riis, c1890
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LOWER EAST SIDE, c1890. A tenement mother and child. Photograph by Jacob Riis, c1890
LOWER EAST SIDE, c1890.
A tenement mother and child. Photograph by Jacob Riis, c1890
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Media ID 12570433
Bedroom Child Downtown Illness Jacob Lower East Side Medicine Mother Poverty Riis Room Tenement
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Canvas Print of "Lower East Side, c1890. A tenement mother and child." by Jacob Riis, c1890, from Granger Art on Demand. This evocative photograph captures the raw beauty and honesty of life in the tenements of New York City over a century ago. The intricate textures and vibrant colors brought to life by our high-quality Canvas Print process make this image a stunning addition to any home or office. Relive history through this captivating piece of art and add a touch of timeless charm to your space.
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 35.6cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant photograph, titled "LOWER EAST SIDE, c1890. A tenement mother and child" captures a glimpse into the daily struggles of life in late 19th-century New York City. Taken by renowned photographer Jacob Riis around 1890, this image offers a raw depiction of poverty and hardship that plagued the Lower East Side during that era. In the photograph, we see a weary-looking mother sitting on a bed with her young son beside her. The room they occupy is small and sparsely furnished, reflecting the cramped living conditions typical of tenements in this impoverished neighborhood. The worn-out expression on the woman's face reveals the toll that poverty has taken on her spirit. The image also hints at the challenges faced by families living in such dire circumstances. Perhaps their somber expressions reflect worries about illness or lack of access to proper healthcare, as medicine bottles can be seen scattered throughout the room. Jacob Riis was known for his groundbreaking work documenting urban poverty through photography during this time period. His images shed light on social issues and helped raise awareness about inequality in America's rapidly growing cities. This powerful print serves as a reminder of how far society has come since then while urging us to continue working towards creating more equitable communities for all individuals today.
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