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Empire State Building, New York City, c. 1930 (gelatin silver print)
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Empire State Building, New York City, c. 1930 (gelatin silver print)
621927 Empire State Building, New York City, c.1930 (gelatin silver print) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23295578
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Aerial View Balance Beam Beams Bravery Builder Builders Courage Danger Dangerous Daring Empire State Building Girder Girders High Rise Icon Iconic Labourers Landmark Manhattan Mast Monumental North American Perspective Precarious Raising Risk Scaffolding Shadow Skyscraper Skyscrapers Team Teamwork Black And White Photograph Labourer
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This gelatin silver print captures the iconic Empire State Building in New York City during the 1930s. The photograph, taken by Lewis Wickes Hine, showcases a team of brave and daring workers laboring high above the city streets to construct this monumental landmark. The image highlights the precarious nature of their work as they balance on girders and scaffolding, showcasing their courage and teamwork. The aerial view provides a dramatic perspective of the construction site, emphasizing the danger these builders faced daily. The photograph adds a timeless quality to the scene, evoking a sense of history and nostalgia. The Empire State Building stands tall amidst other skyscrapers in Manhattan's cityscape, symbolizing both architectural prowess and human achievement. Its towering presence commands attention while its steel beams rise towards the sky with unwavering determination. Hine's photograph immortalizes not only an impressive feat of engineering but also pays homage to those who risked their lives to bring this magnificent structure into existence. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of architecture and construction techniques. This gelatin silver print is more than just an image; it is a testament to bravery, teamwork, and human ingenuity that continues to inspire generations even today.
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