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STREET SWEEPER, c1896. A street sweeper with a broom in New York City
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STREET SWEEPER, c1896. A street sweeper with a broom in New York City
STREET SWEEPER, c1896.
A street sweeper with a broom in New York City. Photographed c1896 by Elizabeth Alice Austen
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Media ID 12344921
1896 Alice Austen Broom Cobblestone Elizabeth Manhattan Neighborhood New York City Pedestrian Responsibility Sanitation Sidewalk Storefront Street Scene Street Sweeper Sweep Sweeper Wagon Watering Can White Working Class
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This print titled "STREET SWEEPER, c1896" takes us back in time to the bustling streets of late 19th century New York City. Captured by the talented photographer Elizabeth Alice Austen, this image showcases a hardworking street sweeper diligently carrying out his responsibilities. In this snapshot, we see a man dressed in a crisp white uniform and donning a hat that shields him from the sun. With broom in hand, he stands on the cobblestone sidewalk of a Manhattan neighborhood, surrounded by storefronts and pedestrians going about their day. The scene exudes an air of nostalgia as it transports us to an era when sanitation was crucial for maintaining clean city streets. The attention to detail is remarkable - from the neatly swept sidewalk to the wagon filled with tools such as a watering can for dust suppression. This photograph serves as both documentation of historical working-class life and an appreciation for those who dedicated themselves to keeping our cities clean. Elizabeth Alice Austen's artistry shines through her ability to capture not only moments frozen in time but also emotions tied to responsibility and dedication. As we gaze upon this image over a century later, we are reminded of the importance of preserving our past while acknowledging those whose work often goes unnoticed.
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