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Burglars Sectional Jimmies and Leather Case for carrying them (litho)
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Burglars Sectional Jimmies and Leather Case for carrying them (litho)
6022051 Burglars Sectional Jimmies and Leather Case for carrying them (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Burglars Sectional Jimmies and Leather Case for carrying them. Illustration for Darkness and Daylight, or Lights and Shadows of New York Life by Mrs Helen Campbell ( A D Worthington & Co, 1893). With engravings from " photographs taken from life" " mostly by flash-light, and reproduced in exact fac-simile by eminent artists".); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23275276
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Class Contrasts Immigrants Immigration Leather Case Lower New York Manhattan New York City New York Recent Shadows Slum Slums Underworld Vue De New York
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This lithograph print titled "Burglars Sectional Jimmies and Leather Case for carrying them" takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the shadows of New York City life. The image is part of an illustrated book called Darkness and Daylight, or Lights and Shadows of New York Life by Mrs. Helen Campbell, published in 1893. The artwork showcases the stark contrast between the low working class and the affluent society that coexisted in Manhattan during this era. It vividly captures the poverty-stricken slums where immigrants resided, highlighting their struggles against a backdrop of urban decay. The burglars' sectional jimmies depicted in this litho were tools used by criminals to break into homes during that time. They are presented alongside a leather case designed specifically for carrying these illicit instruments. This visual representation serves as a reminder of the underworld activities prevalent within New York's underbelly. Through engravings reproduced from photographs taken "from life" mostly using flash-light techniques, this artwork offers an authentic portrayal of American history at its rawest form. As we delve into this historical piece, we are transported to an America on the cusp of change - one marked by recent waves of immigration and social disparities that shaped its identity forever. This lithograph not only provides insight into past events but also prompts reflection on our present-day society's progress since then.
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