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View of the crowd and peddlers on Hester Street, New York, 1899 (silver gelatin print)
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View of the crowd and peddlers on Hester Street, New York, 1899 (silver gelatin print)
MNY381180 View of the crowd and peddlers on Hester Street, New York, 1899 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 20.3x25.4 cm; Museum of the City of New York, USA; eMuseum of the City of New York; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22408486
© Museum of the City of New York / Bridgeman Images
Groceries Grocery Hawking Lower East Side Manhattan Peddling Selling Stall Vending B W Photo Black And White Photograph Seller Vendor
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This photograph, taken by the Byron Company in 1899, offers a glimpse into the bustling streets of Hester Street in New York City. The image captures a vibrant scene filled with a diverse crowd of people going about their daily lives. Peddlers line the sidewalks, their stalls overflowing with an array of goods and produce. The lower east side comes alive in this snapshot of urban life from over a century ago. It is evident that Hester Street was not only a place for commerce but also served as a social hub where people gathered to interact and connect. The energy emanating from the photo is palpable; it transports us back to a time when street hawking was an essential part of city living. As we examine this silver gelatin print closely, we are reminded of the resilience and entrepreneurial spirit that has characterized American society throughout history. Each vendor represents someone striving to make ends meet, offering their wares to eager customers passing by. This photograph serves as both an artistic masterpiece and historical document, capturing the essence of early 20th-century Manhattan. It stands as a testament to the vibrancy and diversity that have always been at the heart of New York City's identity.
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