Description: This is an original photograph from New York City from Apprentice Seaman Orval Orchard Bartlow who served aboard the storied USS Texas from 1928 to 1932. A scrapbook of his adventures was filled with over 100 images, including a set of New York City photos prior to his service, c1924. It is uncertain who the photographer was, but these are rare, first generation images. Type & Size: A 5.5x3.5 original photograph.Condition: Good vintage condition. Please see photos. The photograph captures a bustling scene on Fifth Avenue in New York City, depicting a busy Sunday afternoon in 1924. The view shows a mix of vintage automobiles and a double-decker bus filled with passengers on its upper deck, providing a glimpse into the urban life and transportation of the era. The streets are lined with pedestrians and storefronts, showcasing the vibrant atmosphere of one of New York's most famous thoroughfares.During the early 1920s, New York City was emerging as a cultural and economic hub, often referred to as the "Roaring Twenties." This period was marked by a boom in consumerism, jazz music, and significant demographic changes due to migration and immigration. Fifth Avenue, in particular, transformed into a center for shopping and socializing, home to a mix of luxury brands and popular retailers. The presence of the double-decker bus indicates the growing reliance on more modern public transportation options as the city expanded.
Price: 64 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-11-13T22:22:07.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Photograph
Subject: Fifth Avenue, vintage cars, urban life, 1920s
Theme: transportation, cities & towns, history, social history
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1924
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 5.5x3.5 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: Yes
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed