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NYC: TENEMENT LIFE, 1900. The Hells Kitchen area on New Yorks west side
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NYC: TENEMENT LIFE, 1900. The Hells Kitchen area on New Yorks west side
NYC: TENEMENT LIFE, 1900.
The Hells Kitchen area on New Yorks west side. Photograph by Jacob Riis, c1900
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1890s 1900 1900s Decade Cart Jacob Neighborhood Northeast Riis Sidewalk Street Scene Tenement Hells Kitchen
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This photograph, titled "NYC: TENEMENT LIFE, 1900" offers a glimpse into the gritty reality of Hells Kitchen on New York's west side at the turn of the century. Taken by renowned photographer Jacob Riis around 1900, this image transports us back to a time when tenement life was prevalent in this bustling American city. The scene depicted showcases an exterior street view of Hells Kitchen, with men scattered along the sidewalk and a cart parked nearby. The dilapidated tenement buildings loom in the background, their worn facades telling stories of hardship and struggle. This snapshot captures the essence of early urban living conditions that many immigrants faced during this era. Riis' masterful composition draws our attention to both the individuals populating the streetscape and their surroundings. It serves as a reminder that behind every face lies a unique story waiting to be told – stories shaped by poverty, resilience, and dreams for a better future. As we gaze upon this historical print from Granger Art on Demand, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand what life was like in one of New York City's most notorious neighborhoods over a century ago. It is through images like these that we gain insight into our shared history and appreciate how far society has come since then.
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