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Indentured Servants and Tenants - extract from an Indenture dated 1742 of a tenant
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Indentured Servants and Tenants - extract from an Indenture dated 1742 of a tenant
PNP367751 Indentured Servants and Tenants - extract from an Indenture dated 1742 of a tenant on the Livingston manor, New York, 1742 (ink on paper) by American School, (18th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22950294
© Peter Newark Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Agreement Bond Legal Document Official Signature Signed Written
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This print showcases an extract from an indenture dated 1742, shedding light on the lives of indentured servants and tenants in colonial America. The document, inked on paper with meticulous attention to detail, reveals a fascinating glimpse into the legal agreements that bound individuals during this era. The photograph captures the essence of history as it displays the official text of the indenture, serving as a tangible reminder of a bygone era. The carefully written words and signatures evoke a sense of formality and importance surrounding this bond between landlord and tenant. The image transports us back to Livingston Manor in New York during 1742, where these arrangements were commonplace. It invites us to contemplate the experiences and hardships faced by those who found themselves in servitude or tenancy at that time. While we are left to wonder about the specific details within this particular agreement, its presence serves as a testament to both personal stories and broader historical narratives. Through this visual representation, we gain insight into social structures and power dynamics prevalent in colonial America. As we observe this remarkable piece from American School's collection - now part of a private collection - let us reflect upon our shared past while acknowledging how far society has progressed since then. This photograph reminds us not only of our collective history but also prompts contemplation about issues such as labor rights and human dignity that continue to shape our world today.
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