Fire Escape Collection

Fire-escape patent, 1879 C024 / 3605
Fire-escape patent, 1879. Artwork of a fire escape device designed by Benjamin Oppenheimer. The parachute is attached by harness to the persons head while thick rubber soled shoes were worn to

Fire escapes on an old building, Meatpacking Districrt, Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

The Fire Door
Leonard Cocks

Stairs
Massimo Della Latta

View between buildings of Mather Building/Tower in distance. Chicago, Illinois, c1896-c1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
View between buildings of Mather Building/Tower in distance. Chicago, Illinois, between 1896 and 1942

Chinatown, in San Francisco or New York City, between 1911 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Chinatown, in San Francisco or New York City, between 1911 and 1942. Signs: barber shop; Kwong Loy Yuen; Som Mun Co.; Dancing; Oriental

Street scene in New York City, between 1896 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Street scene in New York City, between 1896 and 1942

"Flagstones, " Charles Clinton Marshall house, 117 West 55th Street, New York, New York, 1922

Street scene near G Street, Washington, D.C. between 1913 and 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Street scene near G Street, Washington, D.C. between 1913 and 1918

Background photo for Hightstown project, New York City. 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Background photo for Hightstown project. The present home of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Solomon and family, 133 Avenue D, New York City

Background photo for Hightstown project, 133 Avenue D, New York City, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Background photo for Hightstown project. The present home of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Solomon and family, 133 Avenue D, New York City

Pink and Blue Row Houses in San Francisco
Tom Windeknecht

Fire escapes
16500-16999, Downtown District, Fire Escape, Manhattan, New York, New, Fire Escape Art Prints, 78456070

fire escape
Roswitha Schleicher-Schwarz

New York City, Brooklyn, Building on Flushing Avenue
2080-207931-01

NY, NYC, Chinatown, banners, building with banner, Chinatown Community Young Lions, building

California, Los Angeles, Chinatown, paper lanterns

Massachusetts, Boston, typical street scene along the Freedom Trail by off the Paul Revere Mall

Reflections reflected
Gilbert Claes

Fire escapes on buildings in Soho, New York, USA

A fire escape on a colorfully painted building

NYC Fire Escapes
Rikard Martin

NYC Fire Escapes 2
Rikard Martin

Tower of power
Marcus Cederberg

Meaning of life
Marcus Cederberg

New York City Autumn
Rikard Martin

New York City Fire Escapes
Rikard Martin

New York City Fire Escapes 03
Rikard Martin

New York City Street scecne
Rikard Martin

New York City Fire Escapes 02
Rikard Martin

New York City Fire Escapes 04
Rikard Martin

Manhattan Bridge One Way
Rikard Martin

New York City Fire Escapes 05
Rikard Martin

Ally Cat
Shot by Clint

USA, New York. Windows and fire escapes

New York Windows
Igor Shrayer

Balcony of house being wrecked on Independence Avenue, Washington, D. C, 1942. Creator: Gordon Parks
Washington, D.C. Balcony of house being wrecked on Independence Avenue

A Harlem apartment house, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
New York, New York. A Harlem apartment house

Apartment houses from the rear, 61st Street between 1st and 3rd Avenues, New York, 1938. Creator: Walker Evans
New York, New York. 61st Street between 1st and 3rd Avenues. Apartment houses from the rear

A street scene, 61st Street between 1st and 3rd Avenues, New York, 1938. Creator: Walker Evans
New York, New York. 61st Street between 1st and 3rd Avenues. A street scene

House fronts, 61st Street between 1st and 3rd Avenues, New York, 1938. Creator: Walker Evans
New York, New York. 61st Street between 1st and 3rd Avenues. House fronts

Possibly: 61st Street between 1st and 3rd Avenues, New York, 1938. Creator: Walker Evans
[Untitled photo, possibly related to: [New York, New York. 61st Street between 1st and 3rd Avenues]]

SoHo Cast Irons, NYC. Creator: Viet Chu
SoHo Cast Irons, NYC

Foggy State of Mind. Creator: Viet Chu
Foggy State of Mind

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Echelle (d incendie); Fire-escape; Rettungsleiter (engraving)
7195797 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Echelle (d incendie); Fire-escape; Rettungsleiter (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Metropolitan Fire Brigade (engraving)
1041774 The Metropolitan Fire Brigade (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Metropolitan Fire Brigade)

Vintage Poster of a New York City Fire Escape, 1937 (silkscreen print)
2622433 Vintage Poster of a New York City Fire Escape, 1937 (silkscreen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vintage poster of a New York City fire escape)

Daviess Fire-Escape of the Royal Society for Protection of Life from Fire, at the Obelisk, Blackfriars-Road (engraving)
1617951 Daviess Fire-Escape of the Royal Society for Protection of Life from Fire, at the Obelisk, Blackfriars-Road (engraving) by English School

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"Unlocking the Tower of Power: The Evolution of Fire Escapes in New York City" Step back in time to 1879, when the fire-escape patent C024/3605 revolutionized building safety. Fast forward to present-day Manhattan, where the Meatpacking District proudly displays its historic buildings adorned with intricate fire escapes. These iron ladders intertwine like a lifeline, preserving both architectural beauty and human lives. As autumn paints New York City with vibrant hues, these fire escapes stand as silent witnesses to countless stories unfolding beneath them, and are more than just emergency exits; they embody resilience and hope amidst towering skyscrapers. In this concrete jungle, where dreams are born and realized, each fire escape tells a unique tale. From one perspective, they symbolize the meaning of life itself – an escape route from danger or simply a breath of fresh air on a summer evening. Venturing through the streets of Manhattan unveils a breathtaking sight – rows upon rows of these iconic structures stretching towards the sky. Their rhythmic patterns create an urban symphony that resonates with those who call this city home. Captured through lenses capturing their essence at different angles - Fire Escapes 02, 03, 04 & 05 - these images showcase their timeless allure against contrasting backgrounds. Whether framed against the majestic Manhattan Bridge or blending seamlessly into bustling street scenes, they remain steadfast guardians throughout changing times. The legacy of fire escapes is deeply intertwined with New York's history and identity. They serve as reminders that even within chaos lies order; within vulnerability lies strength. So next time you stroll along these streets lined with architectural marvels and hidden stories waiting to be discovered, take a moment to appreciate these humble yet powerful symbols – for they hold not only physical significance but also represent our collective spirit in overcoming adversity.