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Mounted Print : US Flats. April 1926: New housing in New York is constructed on stilts
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US Flats. April 1926: New housing in New York is constructed on stilts
April 1926: New housing in New York is constructed on stilts. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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Topical Press Agency
Media ID 12018600
1920 1929 20th Century Style Apartment Architecture And Art Century Civilian England Black Resident Stilts
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Step into the past with our stunning mounted photo from the Media Storehouse Fine Art collection. This captivating image, taken by Topical Press Agency in April 1926, showcases innovative US housing solutions in New York. Houses are seen proudly standing on stilts, a testament to architectural ingenuity from a bygone era. Bring this piece of history into your home and add a unique touch to your decor. Each mounted photo is meticulously printed on high-quality archival paper, ensuring your investment is a long-lasting one. Experience the magic of fine art photography with Media Storehouse.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 15.1cm (8" x 5.9")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
US Flats - A Glimpse into New York's Innovative Housing of the 1920s
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to April 1926, when a groundbreaking architectural project was underway in New York City. Captured by the skilled lens of Topical Press Agency, this image showcases an extraordinary housing development constructed on stilts. The landscape is dominated by these towering structures, their unique design defying convention and capturing the essence of early 20th-century style. The stilts elevate the buildings above ground level, creating a striking visual spectacle that challenges traditional notions of urban living. With no people present in the frame, our attention is solely drawn to the remarkable architecture itself. The absence of color further accentuates its timeless beauty and allows us to focus on every intricate detail. These flats stand as a testament to human ingenuity and progressive thinking during an era marked by rapid social change. They embody both functionality and artistic expression, seamlessly blending form with purpose. As we delve deeper into this archival masterpiece from Fine Art Storehouse, we are transported across continents – from England where it was captured through Topical Press Agency's lens to the bustling streets of New York City where it found its home. This print serves as a reminder that art transcends boundaries – be they geographical or temporal – offering us glimpses into history while inspiring future generations with its enduring allure.
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