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A gymnasium at the Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. at 23rd Street and Madison Avenue
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A gymnasium at the Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. at 23rd Street and Madison Avenue
MNY380854 A gymnasium at the Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. at 23rd Street and Madison Avenue, New York, 1907 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 27.9x35.6 cm; Museum of the City of New York, USA; eMuseum of the City of New York; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22924450
© Museum of the City of New York / Bridgeman Images
Equipment Gymnastics Mats Parallel Bars B W Photo Black And White Photograph Pommel Horse
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This photograph captures a moment frozen in time at the Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. gymnasium in New York City, circa 1907. The image showcases the impressive interior of the gymnasium, adorned with various gymnastics equipment that speaks to an era long gone. The composition draws our attention to two key elements: the still rings and the pommel horse. These apparatuses stand tall amidst a backdrop of parallel bars, mats, and other training essentials. The meticulous detail captured by Byron Company's silver gelatin print allows us to appreciate both the craftsmanship of these tools and their significance within this athletic space. As we delve into this historical snapshot, we are transported back to a time when physical fitness was celebrated as an integral part of one's overall well-being. This gymnasium served not only as a place for exercise but also as a symbol of progressiveness within corporate America. Today, this photograph serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination throughout history. It reminds us that even in times past, individuals recognized the importance of maintaining physical health alongside professional pursuits. Displayed proudly at the Museum of the City of New York, this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images offers viewers an opportunity to reflect on how far we have come while honoring those who paved the way for modern-day sports culture.
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