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Hester Street, New York City, 1898 (litho)
745267 Hester Street, New York City, 1898 (litho) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22392198
© Bridgeman Images
Barrows Bustle Downtown Everyday Life Immigrants Lower East Side Lower Manhattan Markets Produce Stalls Street Life Hester Street
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 15cm x 10.6cm (5.9" x 4.2")
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.
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This black and white lithograph, titled "Hester Street, New York City, 1898" offers a glimpse into the bustling urban life of Lower Manhattan's Jewish immigrant community. The scene is set in the heart of Hester Street, a vibrant neighborhood teeming with activity and energy. As one gazes upon this snapshot from the past, they are transported to a time when street markets were an integral part of everyday life. The image showcases rows of stalls adorned with an array of produce and goods that catered to the diverse needs of this thriving community. Barrows filled with fresh fruits and vegetables line the streets as people bustle about their daily routines. The atmosphere is alive with movement; it captures both the resilience and determination of those who sought better lives in America. Photographed by an anonymous American photographer from the 19th century, this print serves as a historical document that sheds light on immigrant experiences during this transformative period in United States history. It encapsulates not only the spirit of Hester Street but also represents countless other neighborhoods across North America where immigrants established their roots. Preserved within private collections today, this litho evokes nostalgia for simpler times while reminding us all of our shared heritage as Americans. It stands as a testament to unity amidst diversity and serves as a poignant reminder that these bustling streets were once home to dreams realized against all odds.
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