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Looking Up Powell Street, Cable Cars and Turntable, San Francisco, California
Filename: 918_11_2AH771.jpg
Size: 3330 x 2096 (1.5MB)
Date: 4th February 2010
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Source: UIG CULTURAL HERITAGE
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Looking Up Powell Street, Cable Cars and Turntable, San Francisco, California
Vintage linen postcard showing the view up Powell Street. The sidewalks are teeming with pedestrians, vintage automobiles line the street and a cable car revolves on the turntable. The Bank of Italy is on the left
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Media ID 9750141
© Cultural Heritage Images/Universal Images Group
1932 Automobiles Bank Cable California Cars Left Line Linen Pedestrians Postcard Powell San Francisco Showing Sidewalks Street Teeming Turntable
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage linen postcard captures the bustling energy of Powell Street in San Francisco, California. Dating back to 1932, the print showcases a vibrant scene that transports us to a bygone era. As we look up Powell Street, our eyes are immediately drawn to the iconic cable cars and their turntable, which takes center stage in this snapshot of history. The sidewalks are alive with activity as pedestrians fill every inch of available space. Vintage automobiles line the street, adding an extra layer of nostalgia to the image. Amidst all this movement and commotion, one cannot miss the grandeur of The Bank of Italy on the left side—its architectural beauty standing tall against the backdrop. This postcard is not just a photograph; it's a time capsule that encapsulates both everyday life and landmark structures from early 20th-century San Francisco. It serves as a reminder of how cities evolve over time while still retaining their unique charm. As we gaze at this piece from Universal Images Group (UIG), we can't help but feel transported into another world—a world where cable cars ruled transportation and streets were filled with people going about their daily lives. This glimpse into San Francisco's past reminds us why vintage prints like these hold such immense value—they allow us to connect with history in ways that words alone simply cannot convey.
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