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NEW YORK: CHINATOWN, C1942. A man counting on an abacus in a Chinese grocery store in Chinatown
NEW YORK: CHINATOWN, C1942.
A man counting on an abacus in a Chinese grocery store in Chinatown, New York City. Photograph by Marjory Collins, 1942
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Media ID 13216849
1942 Abacus Chinatown Chinese Collins Counter Counting Grocer Grocery Immigrant Marjory New York New York City Sign Store Unidentified
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print, "NEW YORK: CHINATOWN, C1942." This captivating image, captured by Marjory Collins in 1942, showcases the hustle and bustle of Chinatown with a man intently focusing on his abacus in a bustling Chinese grocery store. Bring the history and culture of New York City's Chinatown into your home or office with this authentic and timeless piece from Granger Art on Demand's Media Storehouse collection. Experience the rich heritage of the past through the lens of a bygone era.
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 44.7cm (16.5" x 17.6")
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.
Capturing the Essence of Chinatown - A Glimpse into New York's Rich Cultural Tapestry
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photograph, taken by Marjory Collins in 1942, transports us back to the vibrant streets of New York City's Chinatown. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness a moment of everyday life within a Chinese grocery store. Amidst shelves adorned with exotic spices and traditional artifacts, an unidentified man stands behind the counter engrossed in his task. With intense focus etched on his face, he skillfully counts on an abacus—a timeless tool that has been used for centuries to perform complex calculations. The rhythmic movement of his fingers against the beads reveals not only mathematical precision but also hints at a deeper connection between tradition and progress. The interior of this bustling store tells its own story; jars filled with colorful ingredients line the shelves while signs written in both English and Chinese hang above them. This fusion reflects the immigrant experience—bridging cultures while maintaining their unique identity. Marjory Collins' lens captures more than just a scene; it encapsulates the spirit of resilience and determination that defines America as a nation built upon diverse communities. Through her lens, she invites us to appreciate not only the man counting on an abacus but also all those who have contributed to shaping our great melting pot—the immigrants who brought their dreams along with their traditions to these shores. As we gaze upon this remarkable image from Granger Art on Demand, let us
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