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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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Media ID 12570671
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
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Bring the vibrant energy of New York's historic Five Points neighborhood to your loved ones with our exquisite greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring the captivating 1859 lithograph of the notorious Five Points in lower Manhattan by Granger Art on Demand, these cards transport you back in time to the bustling streets of 19th century New York. Perfect for those with a deep appreciation for history or a fondness for the Big Apple, these cards are sure to add a touch of charm and nostalgia to any occasion.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
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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