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LOWER EAST SIDE, 1884. A Polish trading post in New York
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LOWER EAST SIDE, 1884. A Polish trading post in New York
LOWER EAST SIDE, 1884.
A Polish trading post in New York. Jewish peddlers on crowded Hester Street on New Yorks Lower East Side. Drawing, 1884, by A. Berghaus
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1884 Cart Child Commerce Downtown Eastern Hester Street Immigrant Journey Judaism Lower East Side Merchant Neighborhood Peddler Polish Street Scene Tenement Working Class
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This print takes us back to the Lower East Side of New York in 1884. It captures a bustling scene on Hester Street, known as a Polish trading post at that time. The artist, A. Berghaus, skillfully depicts the daily life of this vibrant neighborhood. In this busy street scene, we see Jewish peddlers going about their trade amidst a crowd of people from various backgrounds. The atmosphere is filled with energy and movement as merchants display their goods on carts while children play nearby. The image provides a glimpse into the immigrant experience during the late 19th century in America's melting pot city. It showcases the diversity and resilience of those who sought new opportunities in this urban landscape. The tenement buildings lining Hester Street serve as a backdrop for this lively snapshot of working-class life. This drawing not only captures an Eastern European community finding its place in America but also highlights the spirit of commerce and entrepreneurship that thrived within these streets. As we gaze upon this historical artwork, it reminds us of the rich tapestry woven by different cultures coming together to create one dynamic cityscape - truly emblematic of New York City's identity then and now.
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