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RIIS: POLICE STATION LODGERS. Women sleeping in the 18 Eldridge Street Police Station
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RIIS: POLICE STATION LODGERS. Women sleeping in the 18 Eldridge Street Police Station
RIIS: POLICE STATION LODGERS.
Women sleeping in the 18 Eldridge Street Police Station. Photograph by Jacob Riis, c1890
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This photograph, titled "RIIS: POLICE STATION LODGERS" offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities of poverty-stricken women in late 19th-century New York City. Taken by renowned photographer Jacob Riis around 1890, this image showcases a scene inside the 18 Eldridge Street Police Station. In this crowded police station turned makeshift shelter, we witness a group of destitute women finding solace on the cold floor. Exhausted from their daily struggles, they seek refuge amidst the chaotic city life that surrounds them. The dimly lit room reveals worn-out bodies sprawled across the hard surface, each woman seeking respite from their troubled existence. The composition highlights not only their vulnerability but also their resilience as they navigate through an unforgiving world. A potbelly stove stands as a symbol of hope and warmth amidst these grim conditions, providing some comfort to those who have nowhere else to turn. Riis's masterful lens captures both the physical toll poverty takes on these women and the societal neglect that allows such hardships to persist. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of how far society has come in addressing homelessness while also shedding light on ongoing challenges faced by marginalized communities today. As part of The Granger Collection's Carousel Collection, this print invites viewers to reflect upon our shared history and consider how we can continue working towards creating a more equitable future for all individuals affected by poverty and homelessness.
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