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A Rainy Night. - Street lighted by Electricity, 1882. Creator: Unknown
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A Rainy Night. - Street lighted by Electricity, 1882. Creator: Unknown
A Rainy Night. - Street lighted by Electricity, 1882. From " St. Nicholas: Volume IX. Part I. November 1881, to May 1882". [Scribner & Co. New York, 1882]
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A Rainy Night - Street lighted by Electricity, 1882
EDITORS COMMENTS
captures the essence of a bygone era in America. This print, created by an unknown artist, transports us back to the atmospheric streets of the late 19th century. The image showcases a bustling city avenue illuminated solely by electric street lamps, a groundbreaking innovation at that time. Despite the rain pouring down from dark clouds above, the glow of these newfangled lamps casts an ethereal light on the wet pavement below. People with umbrellas can be seen navigating their way through this urban landscape, seeking shelter under hansom cabs or simply braving the elements with determination. The monochrome aesthetic adds to the timeless quality of this scene, emphasizing both its historical significance and artistic beauty. It is as if we are peering into a moment frozen in time – witnessing not only technological progress but also capturing a glimpse into everyday life during this period. This print was originally featured in "St. Nicholas: Volume IX" published between November 1881 and May 1882 by Scribner & Co. , one of New York's esteemed publishing houses at that time. Its inclusion in this publication speaks to its cultural relevance and recognition even then. As we gaze upon "A Rainy Night - Street lighted by Electricity" we are reminded of how far society has come since those early days of electric lighting while also appreciating the enduring charm and nostalgia evoked by such historical imagery.
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