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ITALIAN IMMIGRANTS, 1873. Biased depiction of Italian beggars and workers in New York City. Left: Plying the old trade in the new country. Right: Taking to the American style of earning their daily bread. Wood engraving, American, 1873
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ITALIAN IMMIGRANTS, 1873. Biased depiction of Italian beggars and workers in New York City. Left: Plying the old trade in the new country. Right: Taking to the American style of earning their daily bread. Wood engraving, American, 1873
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1873 Beggar Construction Immigrant New York New York City Poor Poverty Wealthy
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This 1873 wood engraving titled "ITALIAN IMMIGRANTS" offers a biased depiction of Italian beggars and workers in New York City during that time period. The print is divided into two contrasting scenes, each representing a different aspect of the immigrant experience. On the left side, we see Italians engaged in their traditional trades, plying their old skills in the new country. This portrayal highlights the persistence of cultural practices despite being far from home. In contrast, on the right side of the print, we witness Italian immigrants adapting to American ways by embracing new opportunities for earning their daily bread. The image suggests that they are taking up jobs more aligned with American ideals and aspirations. It reflects an attempt to assimilate into society while seeking economic stability. The wood engraving captures various elements characteristic of late 19th-century New York City: bustling streets filled with people from all walks of life, stark differences between wealth and poverty, and construction work indicative of a growing cityscape. While this artwork may be seen as biased due to its focus on beggars and workers rather than showcasing other aspects of Italian immigrant life at that time, it nonetheless provides valuable insight into how these individuals navigated challenges and adapted within their new surroundings.
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