Newsstand Collection

View of Lungarno Corsini in Florence, with the Grand Hotel de New York Florence Lungarno Corsini. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

View of Lungarno Amerigo Vespucci in Florence. Florence Lungarno. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

The Clock Tower in Piazza Ferretto in Mestre Venice Mestre, Piazza Ferretto Tower Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1930 ca.. Date of Artwork:XII secolo

Christopher Columbus Monument collocated in Placa de la Porta de la Pau, in Barcelona
3570520 Christopher Columbus Monument collocated in Placa de la Porta de la Pau, in Barcelona. by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Barcelona, Spain 1890 ca)

Busy view of Via di Po and Via della Zecca, Turin. On the left is the Antonellian mass. 1890 c. (b/w photo)
3931114 Busy view of Via di Po and Via della Zecca, Turin. On the left is the Antonellian mass. 1890 c. (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (19th century); Alinari Archives-Brogi Archive, Florence

Wellington Station, Shropshire, c. 1900
A view of one of the platforms at Wellington station in Shropshire, c.1900. A train is standing at the platform with one of the carriage doors open

Stands and a bookstall keeper in front of the Palazzo della Ragione, in Padua Padua Building Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1950-1960

Cadets of the Naval Academy in Via Cairoli, Livorno Livorno. Date of Photograph:1945-1950 ca

A mother and her child look at magazine covers, Livorno Livorno. Date of Photograph:1955 ca

Interior of the railway station of Frankfurt Germany. Date of Photograph:1900

Ancona station seen from Piazzale Rosselli Ancona Piazzale Rosselli. Date of Photograph:1900-1905 ca

The stock market in Paris. In the foreground, in front of the building, a few carriages waiting. On the right, a kiosk France Paris Building Neoclassicism, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

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The Castelletto quarter in Genoa. The gardens and the tram station are next to corso Carbonara. In the background a glimpse of the Castello Bruzzo, built by the architect Gino Copped Genoa

Three-quarter view of the facade of the Church of the Santissima Annunziata in Genoa and part of the left side Genoa Church High Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods

View of the Panthon in Paris, and the square in front. In the background the Church of Saint-Etienne-du-Mont can be glimpsed Mausoleum, Temple Neoclassicism, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

View of Largo Chigi and Via del Corso, in Rome, crowded with pedestrians and carriages. In the middle ground, Palazzo Chigi and Palazzo dei Magazzini Bocconi (now Rinascente)

The facade of the Church of St-Etienne in Toulouse. In the foreground place St-Etienne with a few parked gigs, a small ornamental obelisk and a newstand Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe

The Bourse or Stock Market in Brussels. In the foreground view of the square filled with pedestrians. On the right an iron kiosk. In the distance the bell tower of the City Hall

Man reflected in the glass of a newspaper stand Italy. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

Tha faade of Palazzo Carignano in Turin, built by Guarino Guarini. The building, today houses the Academy of Sciences, the Egyptian Museum and the Sabauda Gallery Turin Building - Facade Baroque

Christopher Columbus Monument collocated in Plaa de la Porta de la Pau, in Barcelona. Spain Barcelona Monument Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

Piazza Colonna, in Rome, with the coclide column of Marcus Aurelius rising in the centre Rome Piazza Colonna Column Antonine Period, Imperial Period, Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization

View of the faade and one side of the Museo Nazionale di Archeologia, originally also the seat of the Universit degli Studi, in Naples Naples Building Eighteenth Century

The newsagent Italy. Date of Photograph:1965 ca

Piazza Venezia in Rome Rome. Date of Photograph:1912 ca

Srteet scene in Rome or environs. Some young boys with two women stand in front of an old newsstand. Rome. Date of Photograph:1900-1910

Piazza Caricamento in Genoa Genoa Piazza Caricamento. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

View of the faade of the Royal Palace, via Baldi, Genoa; the first architectural structure is by Pier Francesco Cantone and Michele Moncino for Stefano Baldi

Castello Square in Turin Turin Castello Square. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Busy view of Via di Po and Via della Zecca, Turin. On the left is the Antonellian mass. Turin. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Busy view of Piazza Castello, from which part of Via Garibaldi is visible, Turin. Turin. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Buildings facing Piazza di Spagna, in the middle of which you can see the Barcaccia Fountain and via Condotti, Rome Rome Piazza di Spagna Fountain Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods

The bus station in Latina Latina. Date of Photograph:1935

View of the apse and of the dome cladding of the Milan Cathedral Milan Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1956. Date of Artwork:XIV-XVI, XIX

Pedestrians and carriages that move about on an avenue of the City of Bergamo Bergamo. Date of Photograph:1915-1920 ca

Church of St. Giacomo Maggiore. Apse and Bell tower Bologna Church of St. Giacomo Maggiore Church Gothic, Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1910 ca

People strolling in the Campiello San Pantalon, in Venice Venice. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Ponte Vecchio: the central arches, Florence Florence Bridge Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:1345 ca.. Artist:Neri di Fioravante

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View of a newsstand in Paris on January 30, 1945, where newspapers announce the advance of the Allies on Berlin during the Second World War. (Photo by - / AFP)

Front cover of Printers Pie magazine for 1915 featuring an elderly gentleman reading a copy at a book stall. Printers Pie was published by The Sphere and Tatler in aid of printers charities

Advertisement for Veloutine Charles Fay rice powder (chromolitho)
974659 Advertisement for Veloutine Charles Fay rice powder (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement for Veloutine Charles Fay rice powder)

The newspaper seller (engraving)
972635 The newspaper seller (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The newspaper seller)

Nothing ever happens
Dragan Jovancevic

Mrs. Maria
Antonio Grambone

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A characteristic sidewalk newsstand, New York City, c. 1903 (b / w photo)
862704 A characteristic sidewalk newsstand, New York City, c.1903 (b/w photo) by Detroit Publishing Co. (1880-1920); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

Smallest news & post card stand in New Orleans, La. 103 Royal Street, c. 1900-15
862703 Smallest news & post card stand in New Orleans, La. 103 Royal Street, c.1900-15 (b/w photo) by Detroit Publishing Co. (1880-1920); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

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"Step back in time with the newsstand: Wellington Station, Shropshire, c. 1900" In a quaint little town of Wellington Station in Shropshire, England, stood a humble newsstand that held stories from around the world. As World War II raged on in France, the press played a vital role in keeping people informed and connected. The front cover of Printers Pie magazine for 1915 featured an elderly gentleman engrossed in reading, capturing the essence of a bygone era. Advertisements like Veloutine Charles Fay rice powder adorned these pages with vibrant chromolitho prints. An engraving depicted a newspaper seller diligently offering his wares to passersby. The words "Nothing ever happens" seemed ironic as history unfolded before their eyes. Mrs. Maria was known as the friendly face behind her characteristic sidewalk newsstand in bustling New York City circa 1903. A black and white photograph captured this iconic scene forever etched into memory. Across the Atlantic Ocean, even smaller newsstands made their mark on cities like New Orleans. The smallest stand at 103 Royal Street became a hub for both news and postcards between 1900-1915. During times of strike or communication breakdowns, newspapers became lifelines for information exchange. They bridged gaps and kept communities connected amidst chaos and uncertainty. Parisians sought solace amidst nature's beauty while indulging in newspapers within the gardens of Tuileries during peaceful moments away from war-torn streets (1016164). From historic train stations to picturesque gardens, these glimpses into different eras remind us of how crucial newsstands were as pillars of society - providing knowledge, entertainment, and connection when it mattered most.