Photographic Print : Urban Alleyway

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Urban Alleyway

An overhead view of a wide alley with laundry strung between the tenement buildings and garbage littered below, circa 1935. (Photo by Frederic Lewis/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

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Frederic Lewis

Media ID 11926172

© 2004 Getty Images

15636 Archive Huty Laundry Line Slum Urban Washing Format

15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster

Step into the past with our Urban Alleyway photographic print from the Media Storehouse Fine Art collection. This captivating image, captured by Frederic Lewis in 1935, invites you to explore the intricacies of urban life during a bygone era. With laundry hanging between tenement buildings and a haphazard arrangement of garbage below, this overhead view transports you to a time of raw authenticity. Elevate your home or office decor with this evocative piece of history, available as a high-quality photographic print from Media Storehouse.

High-quality poster prints are available in a range of sizes and are printed on 270 gsm semi-glossy silk finish poster paper. An affordable option for decorating any space, they are perfect for fixing straight onto walls. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.

Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 25cm x 37.5cm (9.8" x 14.8")

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 photograph, captured by Frederic Lewis in circa 1935, offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities of urban living during that era. From an overhead perspective, we are transported to a wide alley nestled between towering tenement buildings. The scene is both mesmerizing and disheartening. Laundry lines crisscross above our heads, creating a patchwork canopy that stretches from one building to another. These humble clotheslines serve as symbols of resilience amidst adversity; they represent the daily struggles faced by residents who relied on their own resourcefulness to make ends meet. Beneath this makeshift tapestry of laundry lies a different story altogether. Garbage litters the ground below, painting a stark picture of neglect and poverty within these slum-like conditions. It serves as a reminder that even basic sanitation was often overlooked in these overcrowded neighborhoods. Frederic Lewis's masterful composition captures not only the physical landscape but also evokes emotions tied to human experiences. Through his lens, he invites us to reflect upon societal inequalities and challenges faced by those dwelling in such urban environments. As we gaze at this historical snapshot frozen in time, let us remember the individuals who called this alleyway home – their strength, perseverance, and unwavering spirit amid adversity. This photograph stands as a testament to their stories and reminds us of how far we have come since then

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