A Street Meeting in the 1850s, San Francisco, from Le Tour du Monde, published in Paris

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A Street Meeting in the 1850s, San Francisco, from Le Tour du Monde, published in Paris

KW151737 A Street Meeting in the 1850s, San Francisco, from Le Tour du Monde, published in Paris, 1860s (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; French, out of copyright

Media ID 12728316

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Banner Conversing Covered Gathered Gathering Parasol Talking Top Hat Victorian Costume Viewing Wagon Busy Street Daily Life Scene

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This print takes us back to the bustling streets of 1850s San Francisco. Captured from an engraving published in Paris, this image showcases a lively street meeting that encapsulates the spirit of American daily life during that era. The scene is filled with a diverse crowd, eagerly conversing and talking amongst themselves. Men donning top hats and women wearing bonnets can be seen mingling together, their Victorian costumes adding an air of elegance to the chaotic atmosphere. A banner hangs above them, indicating the importance of this gathering. Horses and carriages traverse through the busy street, while some individuals on horseback observe from afar. The presence of wagons suggests that commerce was thriving in this Californian capital even then. Despite being captured in stillness, there is a sense of movement within this print. People are engaged in animated discussions or intently viewing something beyond our sightline. It's as if we have stumbled upon a moment frozen in time - one where ideas are exchanged freely and opinions are passionately voiced. This historical photograph offers us a glimpse into the vibrant social fabric of San Francisco during its formative years. It reminds us that even amidst rapid growth and development, people found solace in coming together to share their thoughts and experiences on these busy city streets.

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