New York Life at the Turn of the Century in Photographs practical instruction guides

practical instruction guides

Between the first proposals of a federal Constitution in 1787 and the document’s 1789 ratification

from banana and orange jam to pear and pineapple preserve

and minuets — hold a special place in the affections of performers and audiences

New York Life at the Turn of the Century in Photographs practical instruction guidesHere are 120 wonderful vintage views from the collection of the Museum of the City of New York. Remarkable for clarity, definition and detail, the prints comprise a richly evocative portrait of turn of the century life street scenes, parks, restaurants, commercial interiors, Easter Parade, Blizzard of '99, Coney Island, a dinner for Mark Twain, etc. Informative text.