NEW YORK: EL TRAIN, c1878. Map of Manhattans original elevated railroad lines, running from the Battery up First, Third, Fifth, Sixth, and Ninth Avenues. Line engraving, French, c1878
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NEW YORK: EL TRAIN, c1878. Map of Manhattans original elevated railroad lines, running from the Battery up First, Third, Fifth, Sixth, and Ninth Avenues. Line engraving, French, c1878
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NEW YORK - EL TRAIN, c1878. Map of Manhattan's original elevated railroad lines, running from the Battery up First, Third, Fifth, Sixth, and Ninth Avenues
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. This print takes us back to the bustling streets of late 19th-century New York City. The intricate line engraving showcases a map of Manhattan's first elevated railroad lines that were instrumental in transforming the city's transportation landscape. As we delve into this historical snapshot, we are transported to an era where steam-powered trains traversed above street level on iron tracks. The suspension bridge spanning across the East River and the iconic Brooklyn Bridge in the distance serve as reminders of New York Harbor's significance as a gateway to opportunity and progress. The image captures not only the functional aspect of these elevated railways but also their scenic beauty. With sweeping views of both the Hudson River and East River along its route, passengers would have been treated to breathtaking vistas while commuting through this urban jungle. This French line engraving is a testament to how transportation infrastructure shapes cities' growth and development over time. It serves as a reminder that even in its early days, New York was at the forefront of innovation when it came to public transit systems. With every detail meticulously etched onto paper by skilled hands, this print offers us a glimpse into an era long gone but forever imprinted on our collective memory.
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