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3576021 First Chestnut Street Theatre, Northeast Corner of Fifth and Chestnut Streets, c.1820 (woodcut) by Castner, Samuel (1843-1929); 19x14.5 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: The first Chestnut Street Theatre (originally named the New Theatre) was often referred to as one of the Seven Wonders of America. Begun in 1794, the georgian building which was modeled after the Theatre Royal in Bath, England, wasn t completed until 1805. In 1816 it became the first American theatre to be illuminated by gas fixtures rather than candlelight or oil lamps. Four years later, however, the building along with its library, scenery and costumes was destroyed by a suspicious fire. The image, c.1820, shows the theatres Chestnut Street facade, along with well-dressed citizens and a canopied horse-drawn carriage.); eFree Library of Philadelphia; Print and Picture Collection, Free Library of Philadelphia; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23137524
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This print takes us back in time to the early 19th century, capturing the grandeur of the First Chestnut Street Theatre. Located on the northeast corner of Fifth and Chestnut Streets in Philadelphia, this iconic Georgian building was often hailed as one of the Seven Wonders of America. Built between 1794 and 1805, this architectural masterpiece drew inspiration from England's Theatre Royal in Bath. The image showcases its magnificent Chestnut Street facade, adorned with intricate details that speak to its elegance and sophistication. What makes this theatre truly remarkable is its pioneering use of gas fixtures for illumination. In 1816, it became the first American theatre to bid farewell to candlelight or oil lamps, embracing modern technology instead. This innovation brought a new level of brilliance and enchantment to performances held within these walls. However, tragedy struck just four years later when a suspicious fire engulfed the building along with its precious library, scenery, and costumes. Despite this devastating setback, memories live on through prints like these that capture a moment frozen in time. The photo also offers glimpses into daily life during that era – well-dressed citizens strolling by on foot while an elegant horse-drawn carriage awaits beneath a charming canopy. It serves as a reminder not only of our rich cultural heritage but also how much has changed since those days long gone by.
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