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The Five Points, Junction of Baxter, Worth and Park Streets, New York, c. 1829 (litho)
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The Five Points, Junction of Baxter, Worth and Park Streets, New York, c. 1829 (litho)
PNP382180 The Five Points, Junction of Baxter, Worth and Park Streets, New York, c.1829 (litho) by Catlin, George (1796-1872) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: After Five Points (1827); ); Peter Newark Western Americana
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This lithograph, titled "The Five Points, Junction of Baxter, Worth and Park Streets, New York, c. 1829" offers a glimpse into the chaotic and notorious district that was once known as the heart of urban poverty in America. The image showcases a bustling street scene filled with grocers selling their wares amidst a backdrop of slums and crowded shops. In this vibrant snapshot of early 19th-century Manhattan, one can almost feel the energy pulsating through the air. The crossroads are teeming with activity as people go about their daily lives - buying groceries, trading goods, and navigating through the raucous atmosphere that defines this neighborhood. However, behind the seemingly ordinary market scene lies a darker reality. The Five Points was infamous for its violence and crime rates during this time period. It was an area where poverty thrived alongside rowdy behavior and lawlessness. George Catlin's masterful engraving captures both the spirit and chaos of this American slum. As we gaze upon this print from our private collection today, it serves as a reminder of how far society has come since those tumultuous days in early New York City history. This lithograph is not just an artistic representation; it is also a historical document that sheds light on an important chapter in American urban development.
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