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Gansevoort Market in New York City, USA
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Gansevoort Market in New York City, USA
The Gansevoort Market is located in the Meatpacking District in New York City. For decades it was a market hosting farmers from miles around who came to sell their wares. Date: 1905
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Farmer Farmers Packing Peter Sell Stall Stalls Wagon Wagons Wares Gansevoort Meatpacking Slaughterhouses Wholesaler Wholesalers
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Step back in time with this photograph of Gansevoort Market in New York City, USA, circa 1905. Located in the heart of the Meatpacking District, this bustling market was a hub of activity for decades, attracting farmers from miles around who came to sell their fresh produce and livestock. The quaint houses and buildings lining the streets add to the charming character of the scene, with their red brick facades and intricate architectural details. In the foreground, a horse-drawn wagon loaded with crates and barrels waits patiently, ready to transport the day's bounty to the nearby wholesalers and slaughterhouses. The market stalls and plants, brimming with ripe fruits, vegetables, and flowers, create a vibrant display of color and texture. Farmers in their work clothes and hats can be seen engaging in lively negotiations with wholesalers, their faces expressing a mix of determination and relief as they sell their wares. The air is thick with the aroma of fresh produce and livestock, mingling with the sounds of horses' hooves on the cobblestone streets and the chatter of marketgoers. The Gansevoort Market was a vital part of New York City's food system, supplying fresh produce and meat to the city's residents and restaurants. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the city's food supply was rooted in the land and the relationships between farmers and buyers were built on trust and mutual respect. A truly fascinating window into New York City's history, this image is a must-have for anyone with an interest in urban agriculture, local food systems, or the history of the Big Apple.
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