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#IStern

New Court house, New York
"77 Pub. by I. Stern, Brooklyn, N.Y."--printed on border. Brooklyn, N. Y.
http://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/cd875bb0-c55c-012f-59bf-58d385a7bc34
#NewCourt #NewYork #IStern #Brooklyn #NewCourtHouse #NewYorkCity #IJStern #BrooklynNY #Courthouses #NewYork(State)

The photograph depicts a historic building labeled "New Court House" in New York City from an old postcard by I.J. Stern of Brooklyn. The court house features grand neoclassical architecture with prominent columns and statues adorning the facade, which gives it a stately appearance reflective of early 20th-century design. It is situated on what appears to be a street lined with lamps or bollards along its frontage. There's an overcast sky suggesting either dawn or dusk lighting conditions in this black-and-white image. The text at the bottom indicates that the postcard was published by I.J. Stern, Brooklyn N.Y., and bears the number "7T."

Boulevard at Arverne, Rockaway Beach, L.I.
"I. Stern [Ignatz Stern], New York. Made in Germany."--printed on verso.
http://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/570db550-c55b-012f-9f96-58d385a7bc34
#Arverne #RockawayBeach #IStern #NewYork #Germany #BoulevardatArverne #Queens(NewYork,NY)

The image depicts a vintage postcard showing "Boulevard at Arverne, Rockaway Beach, L. I." It captures an early 20th-century scene with large buildings lining the street. The prominent structure on the left appears to be a public or municipal building, possibly used for administrative purposes given its formal architecture and grand entrance featuring steps leading up to double doors under a portico. To the right of this building is another substantial edifice that might serve similar civic functions but lacks the detailed neoclassical design elements.

The street itself seems quiet with only a few individuals visible; one person appears seated in a carriage, hinting at an era before modern transportation dominated city life. A horse-drawn buggy and what looks like early automobiles suggest this postcard dates from around 1908 to the mid-20th century when such vehicles were common.

In the background stands another grand building with steeply pitched gables and a central tower, adding architectural variety to the scene. Trees are interspersed along the road, some in front of houses that have yet to be identified as residences or commercial properties from this angle. The sky is clear blue, indicating fair weather at the time the photo was taken.

The overall impression conveyed by the image is one of a peaceful suburban community with an emphasis on civic buildings and early 20th-century transportation methods.

Night scene in Dreamland, Coney Island
"183 Pub. by I. Stern, Brooklyn, N.Y."--printed on border.
http://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/8f7dc5c0-c55a-012f-2357-58d385a7bc34
#Dreamland #ConeyIsland #IStern #Brooklyn #Asian #EiffelTower #EuropeanGothic #CONEYISLAND #American

The image depicts a nighttime scene from Dreamland, Coney Island. It is an old black-and-white photograph showing a grand bridge in the foreground with two boats passing under it on calm waters. The background features elaborate architectural elements: to the left stands what appears to be a pagoda-style structure with multiple tiers and Asian-inspired design details, while further back rises a towering Eiffel Tower replica known as the American Eiffel Tower. Alongside this tower is another building resembling European Gothic architecture with spires. A series of lit bridges connect various parts of Coney Island across waterways under a dark sky, suggesting it's nighttime due to the absence of natural light and visible stars or moonlight. The waters reflect some lights from the surrounding structures, contributing to a sense of tranquility in this urban amusement setting.

At the bottom right corner of the photograph is handwritten text that reads: "NIGHT SCENE IN DREAMLAND, CONEY ISLAND." Below it is another line with more handwriting which seems like an inscription or caption for the image. It appears as though someone has added a personal message by hand on the photo itself.

The overall atmosphere conveyed through this scene is of elegance and entertainment typical of early 20th-century amusement parks, capturing a slice of American recreational culture from that era.

Promenade showing entrance to Luna Park, Coney Island
"Pub. by I. Stern, Brooklyn, N.Y."--printed on border. Brooklyn, N. Y.
http://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/8ff0b150-c55a-012f-171a-58d385a7bc34
#Lunapark #Coneyisland #Istern #Brooklyn #European

The image is a black and white photograph depicting a scene from the 19th century. In the center, there is a large animal, possibly an elephant or a hippopotamus, with people surrounding it. To the right of this central figure, there is a horse-drawn carriage and pedestrians walking along the street. The architecture suggests a European setting with buildings that appear to be from the Victorian era. There are also individuals dressed in clothing typical of that time period, further emphasizing the historical nature of the image.

The photograph has been overlaid with text at the bottom. However, due to the image's resolution and the angle of the photo, it is difficult to read the text clearly. The style of the image, including its age and the presence of a large animal in an urban setting, suggests that it may have been taken to document a rare or unusual event, possibly a spectacle or parade involving the large animal.

Night scene in Dreamland, Coney Island
"183 Pub. by I. Stern, Brooklyn, N.Y."--printed on border.
http://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/8f7dc5c0-c55a-012f-2357-58d385a7bc34
#Dreamland #Coneyisland #Istern #Brooklyn #Johnwlawton #Stamford #American

The image appears to be a vintage postcard featuring an illustration of a cityscape at night. The foreground shows a river with boats, leading up to a bridge that arches over the water. On the left side of the bridge is a prominent tower or skyscraper reaching high into the sky. The architecture suggests an older, possibly early 20th century style.

The right side of the image contains text in various fonts and sizes. The largest text at the top reads "Night Scene in Dreamland." Below this is a signature or initials that say "E. L. W.'." Additional text provides details about the scene, stating "We are leaving the island on the left. We shall reach the city of 'Dreamland' at 3:00 a.m." At the bottom right corner, there's a signature or stamp that appears to say "JOHN W. LAWTON" and below it, the word "STAMFORD."

The overall style of the postcard is reminiscent of early 20th-century American postcards, with a focus on the grandeur of the city depicted in the illustration. The color scheme is muted, primarily consisting of shades of gray and black, emphasizing the nocturnal setting.

Boulevard at Arverne, Rockaway Beach, L.I.
"I. Stern [Ignatz Stern], New York. Made in Germany."--printed on verso.
http://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/570db550-c55b-012f-9f96-58d385a7bc34
#Arverne #Rockawaybeach #Istern #Newyork #Germany #Bridgeport #Bowers #Connecticut #Bridgeportst #Americana #Queens(newyork,ny)

The image is a postcard depicting a historical cityscape. In the foreground, there's a prominent brick building with a white steeple and a clock face, suggesting it could be a train station or a courthouse. Adjacent to this building, there's another structure that seems to serve as a fire department or a similar function, given its design. The architecture of these buildings indicates they are from an earlier era.

In the background, there's a tree-lined street with a sign indicating "Bridgeport St." and a name "Bowers" at the top of the image, suggesting this is a street corner in Bridgeport, Connecticut. The road has a dirt surface, which adds to the historical feel of the scene.

The sky is clear, and there's a small amount of vegetation on the right side of the image, indicating some greenery at the end of the street. In the upper left corner of the image, you can see a watermark or signature that says "Bridgeport St." in script font, which corresponds to the name on the street sign.

Overall, the image is a representation of small-town Americana, capturing a moment from the past with an air of nostalgia.

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