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RIIS: NEW YORK VAGRANT. An elderly female vagrant with her plank bed at the Eldridge
RIIS: NEW YORK VAGRANT.
An elderly female vagrant with her plank bed at the Eldridge Street police station. Photograph, 1890, by Jacob Riis
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Media ID 12570489
Homeless Jacob Manhattan Riis Slum Vagrant Eldridge Unidentified
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring a piece of historical New York City into your home with the Media Storehouse range of poster prints. This captivating image, titled "RIIS: NEW YORK VAGRANT," showcases a poignant moment in time captured by Jacob Riis in 1890. The photograph depicts an elderly female vagrant sitting on her makeshift plank bed near the Eldridge Street police station, offering a glimpse into the harsh realities of urban life during the late 19th century. Our high-quality poster prints are perfect for adding depth and character to any room, making for an engaging conversation starter and a timeless addition to your decor. Experience the power of visual storytelling and elevate your space with this evocative piece from the Granger Art on Demand collection.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 52cm (16.5" x 20.5")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful photograph, taken by Jacob Riis in 1890, captures the harsh reality of homelessness in late 19th century New York City. The image showcases an elderly female vagrant, her weathered face reflecting a lifetime of struggle and hardship. She sits on her plank bed at the Eldridge Street police station, which serves as both refuge and temporary shelter for those living on the streets. Riis's photography was instrumental in exposing the squalid conditions endured by marginalized communities during this era. His work shed light on the slums and tenements that were home to countless individuals who had fallen through society's cracks. In this particular portrait, we see a woman whose identity remains unidentified but whose story is undoubtedly one of resilience amidst adversity. Her worn-out clothes and weary expression speak volumes about her daily struggles for survival. As we gaze upon this haunting image from over a century ago, it serves as a stark reminder that homelessness has long been an issue plaguing our cities. It prompts us to reflect on how far we have come since then while also acknowledging how much more needs to be done to ensure everyone has access to safe housing and support systems. This print is not just a historical artifact; it is also a call to action – urging us all to strive for compassion and empathy towards those experiencing homelessness today.
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