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NEW YORK CITY, 1943. A street cleaner on Washington Street in New York City
NEW YORK CITY, 1943.
A street cleaner on Washington Street in New York City. Photograph by John Vachon, 1943
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Media ID 13217327
1943 Cobblestone Downtown Lower Manhattan New York New York City Northeast Poster Pushcart Street Scene Vachon Washington Street West Village
27x27 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating New York City poster print from Granger, NYC. This vintage photograph, taken in 1943 by John Vachon for The Granger Collection, transports you to the bustling streets of New York City during a bygone era. Witness the daily life of a street cleaner on Washington Street, as the city's iconic architecture and vibrant energy unfold in the background. A stunning addition to any wall, this poster print is a testament to the rich history and resilience of the Big Apple. Order now from Granger Art on Demand and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
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
Capturing the essence of New York City in 1943, this print takes us back to a bustling street scene on Washington Street. The image showcases a dedicated street cleaner diligently pushing his cart along the cobblestone streets of Lower Manhattan's West Village. With its early morning light casting long shadows, the photograph by John Vachon beautifully encapsulates the spirit of an era gone by. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the daily life and labor that shaped the city's vibrant character. Amidst a backdrop of mid-century architecture and storefronts, our anonymous worker becomes emblematic of countless unsung heroes who kept New York City running smoothly. The contrast between old-world charm and urban energy is palpable as pedestrians navigate their way through busy sidewalks while horse-drawn carriages share space with automobiles. This glimpse into North America's most iconic metropolis reveals not only its physical transformation but also its enduring spirit. As we admire this piece from Granger Art on Demand, let us reflect upon how much has changed since then while acknowledging that some things remain constant – like hard work and dedication to maintaining our shared spaces. Let it serve as a reminder that every corner holds stories waiting to be discovered, even in photographs taken nearly eight decades ago.
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