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NEW YORK: LOWER EAST SIDE. The notorious Five Points in lower Manhattan, New York, 1859
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NEW YORK: LOWER EAST SIDE. The notorious Five Points in lower Manhattan, New York, 1859
NEW YORK: LOWER EAST SIDE.
The notorious Five Points in lower Manhattan, New York, 1859. Lithograph, American, 1860
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1859 Black Cart Cityscape Downtown Five Points Gang Horse Drawn Lower East Side Mulberry Bend Neighborhood Peddler Poverty Shopping Skyline Slum Street Scene Thug Violence Wagon
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This lithograph from 1859 takes us back to the notorious Five Points neighborhood in lower Manhattan, New York. The image showcases a bustling cityscape filled with people going about their daily lives amidst poverty and violence. The streets are teeming with activity as horse-drawn carts and wagons navigate through the crowded thoroughfares. In this snapshot of history, we catch a glimpse of the diverse community that once inhabited this area. African Americans can be seen alongside individuals from various backgrounds, representing the melting pot that was New York City even then. Peddlers ply their trade while gangs roam the streets, adding an air of danger to the scene. The dilapidated buildings and cramped living conditions highlight the harsh realities faced by residents of this slum-like neighborhood. Despite its reputation for crime and destitution, there is an undeniable energy emanating from these streets - a testament to both resilience and survival. As we gaze upon this lithograph, we are transported back in time to witness a moment frozen forever in history - capturing not only a specific place but also encapsulating an era defined by struggle and diversity. This artwork serves as a powerful reminder of how far our society has come while also urging us never to forget our past or those who have walked these same streets before us.
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