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BANK PANIC OF 1857. Wall Street, half past 2 O Clock, 13 October 1857. Oil on canvas by James H
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BANK PANIC OF 1857. Wall Street, half past 2 O Clock, 13 October 1857. Oil on canvas by James H
BANK PANIC OF 1857.
Wall Street, half past 2 O Clock, 13 October 1857. Oil on canvas by James H. Cafferty and Charles J. Rosenberg
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1857 Bank Panic Banker Banking Businessman Commerce Crisis Depression Downtown Episcopal Finance New York Stock Exchange Newsboy Newspaper October Running Stock Market Stockbroker Top Hat Trinity Church Upper Class Wall Street Rosenberg
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BANK PANIC OF 1857: A Glimpse into Wall Street's Turmoil This oil on canvas print, created by James H. Cafferty and Charles J. Rosenberg in 1857, transports us back to the heart of one of America's most devastating financial crises. The scene unfolds on a fateful afternoon at half past two o'clock on October 13th, as chaos engulfs the bustling streets of Wall Street. The painting captures the palpable tension and panic that gripped the city during this tumultuous period. In the foreground, a young newsboy races through the crowd with newspapers clutched tightly in his hands, desperate to deliver breaking news about collapsing banks and economic turmoil. Stockbrokers and businessmen frantically run amidst a sea of worried faces, their top hats serving as symbols of their upper-class status now overshadowed by uncertainty. Trinity Church stands tall in the background, its stoic presence contrasting with the frenzied activity below. The grandeur of this Episcopal landmark serves as a reminder that even amidst crisis, faith endures. Through meticulous brushstrokes and vibrant colors, Cafferty and Rosenberg skillfully depict not only an event but also capture an entire era defined by financial instability. This artwork invites viewers to reflect upon how historical events shape our present-day understanding of banking systems and economic resilience. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Granger Art on Demand collection, let us remember those who weathered this storm
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