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RIIS: BOTTLE ALLEY, c1890. A view of Bottle Alley on Baxter Street in New York City
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RIIS: BOTTLE ALLEY, c1890. A view of Bottle Alley on Baxter Street in New York City
RIIS: BOTTLE ALLEY, c1890.
A view of Bottle Alley on Baxter Street in New York City. Photograph by Jacob Riis, c1890
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Alley Baxter Street Burlap Clothesline Jacob Laundry New York New York City Riis Sack Slum Staircase Window Rubbish
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This photograph, titled "RIIS: BOTTLE ALLEY, c1890" offers a glimpse into the gritty reality of late 19th century New York City. Taken by renowned photographer Jacob Riis around 1890, this image showcases Bottle Alley on Baxter Street. The scene is filled with elements that depict daily life in a slum neighborhood during this era. The photograph captures the dilapidated exterior of buildings lining the alleyway, their windows covered with burlap sacks to provide some semblance of privacy. A clothesline stretches across the narrow street, adorned with laundry hanging out to dry. Piles of rubbish can be seen scattered along the alley's edges, reflecting the challenging living conditions faced by residents. Riis' keen eye for detail highlights both despair and resilience within this turn-of-the-century community. The staircase leading up to one of the buildings serves as a reminder of upward mobility aspirations amidst adversity. Displayed as part of The Granger Collection's Carousel Collection, this print transports viewers back in time to experience an authentic slice of American history. It invites contemplation about societal progress while acknowledging past struggles and hardships endured by those who called Bottle Alley home.
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