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A Tenement-House Backyard, looking through the Hall into the Street (litho)
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A Tenement-House Backyard, looking through the Hall into the Street (litho)
6021889 A Tenement-House Backyard, looking through the Hall into the Street (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Tenement-House Backyard, looking through the Hall into the Street. Illustration for Darkness and Daylight, or Lights and Shadows of New York Life by Mrs Helen Campbell ( A D Worthington & Co, 1893). With engravings from " photographs taken from life" " mostly by flash-light, and reproduced in exact fac-simile by eminent artists".); © Look and Learn
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This lithograph, titled "A Tenement-House Backyard, looking through the Hall into the Street" offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities of 19th-century New York City life. The image is part of a series created for Helen Campbell's groundbreaking book, Darkness and Daylight, which aimed to shed light on the stark contrasts between privilege and poverty in America. The print showcases a dilapidated tenement-house backyard, with its worn-out walls and broken windows serving as silent witnesses to the struggles endured by its inhabitants. Through an open hall door, we catch a glimpse of the bustling street beyond – a stark contrast to the desolation within. This artwork serves as both documentation and social commentary on working-class life during this era. It highlights not only physical hardships but also sheds light on the emotional shadows that enveloped these communities. Immigrants seeking better lives in America often found themselves trapped in these slums, facing unimaginable challenges while striving for survival. The artist skillfully captures this somber scene using flash-light photography techniques that lend an air of authenticity to every detail depicted. This lithograph stands as a testament to American resilience amidst adversity and reminds us of our collective responsibility to address issues such as poverty and inequality that persist even today. As we gaze upon this powerful image from Fine Art Finder's private collection, let it serve as a reminder that art has always been instrumental in shedding light on societal injustices – urging us all towards compassion and positive change.
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