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2025-12-19

Post Office, New York [between ca. 1910 and ca. 1915]
Bain News Service
1 negative : glass ; 5 x 7 in. or smaller. | Photograph shows City Hall Post Office and Courthouse (torn down in 1939), which was located at Broadway and Park Row, New York City. (Source: Flickr Commons project, 2011)

New York, often called New York City (NYC), is the most populous city in the United States. It is located at the southern tip of New York State on New York Harbor, one of the world's largest natural harbors. The city comprises five boroughs, each coextensive with its respective county. It is the geographical and demographic center of both the Northeast megalopolis and the New York metropolitan area, the largest metropolitan area in the United States by both population and urban area. New York is a global center of finance and commerce, culture, technology, entertainment and media, academics and scientific output, the arts and fashion, and, as home to the headquarters of the United Nations, international diplomacy.

#PostOffice #NewYorkCity #Photograph #Architecture #ClassicalArchitecture #CityHall #EarlythCentury #Crowd #Horsedrawncarriages #NY #news #ParkRow
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The image is a black-and-white photograph depicting a large, ornate building with a prominent dome and a flag on top, labeled as the "Post Office, New York." The architecture of the building is classical, with columns and detailed stonework. The photo is taken from a street-level perspective, showing a crowd of people in front of the building. The people are dressed in formal attire typical of the early 20th century, with men wearing suits and hats, and women in long dresses. The street in front of the building is bustling with activity, and there are horse-drawn carriages visible, indicating that this photo was taken before the widespread adoption of automobiles. The background includes other buildings, one of which appears to be under construction, as it is not fully completed. The overall atmosphere suggests a busy urban scene, possibly in New York City, during a time when public transportation and formal dress were common.
NY Public Library Appreciationnyplas@mastodon.ozioso.online
2024-11-24

New York - Entrance to Brooklyn Park Row
View of the Park Row terminal on the Manhattan side of the Brooklyn Bridge's elevated railroad service. Filed incorrectly in New York City--Brooklyn folder. s.l.
digitalcollections.nypl.org/it
#NewYork-Entrance #Manhattan #theBrooklynBridges #NewYorkCity #Brooklyn #BrooklynParkRow #Gothic #ParkRow(NewYork,NY)

This vintage postcard depicts a bustling urban scene from New York City in what appears to be Brooklyn during late Victorian or early Edwardian times. In the foreground, we see a busy street lined with pedestrians dressed in period clothing, some of whom are carrying umbrellas and wearing hats typical for that era. There's also horse-drawn carriages on the road, suggesting this was before automobiles were commonplace. The central focus is Brooklyn Park Row, as indicated by the text at the bottom left corner of the image. The architecture features a mix of styles; prominent among them are two large buildings with Gothic and classical elements—one dark stone structure with arched windows and another beige or light-colored building with decorative detailing around its facade. Overhead, what seems to be an elevated railway system is visible, indicative of early 20th-century city transit. The sky above the scene has a slightly overcast look but overall appears bright enough for daytime activity. The image's colors have faded and show signs of aging, which adds authenticity to this historical snapshot.
NY Public Library Appreciationnyplas@mastodon.ozioso.online
2024-11-15

Woolworth Bldg. & City Hall Park at night New York
"City Hall Park is in the centre of the downtown business district. It is 8 1/4 acres, between Park Row and Broadway. Surrounded by numerous office buildings, most prominent of which is the Woolworth."--printed on verso. New York
digitalcollections.nypl.org/it
#WoolworthBldg #CityHallPark #NewYork #81/4acres #ParkRow #Broadway #Woolworth #NewYorkCitys #WoolworthBuilding #NewYorkCity

The image depicts a night scene of New York City's skyline with prominent buildings illuminated against a dark sky. In the center stands Woolworth Building and its adjacent structure, possibly referring to The Municipal Building or another city hall building named "City Hall Park." Both are depicted in golden light, contrasting sharply with the surrounding darkness. Several other skyscrapers surround these central structures, also lit from within, suggesting this was a period when such buildings often featured internal lighting for visibility and aesthetic appeal. A full moon is visible above the skyline on the left side of the image, adding to the nocturnal ambiance. The photo carries text at the top indicating it's taken "at night" in New York City with references to notable locations like Woolworth Building & City Hall Park. The overall quality suggests this could be a vintage postcard or print from early 20th-century urban photography.
NY Public Library Appreciationnyplas@mastodon.ozioso.online
2024-10-29

Entrance to campus grounds, City College, New York City
"Manhattan Post Card Co., 114 Park Row, N.Y. City." "Mfd. by TB Cambridge, Mass [in circle]"--printed on verso. New York, N. Y.
digitalcollections.nypl.org/it
#CityCollege #NewYorkCity #ParkRow #NYCity #TBCambridge #NewYork #CampusGrounds #CITYCOLLEGE #NEWYORKCITY #NewYorkCitys

The image is a postcard depicting the entrance to Campus Grounds at City College, New York City. It appears to be from an early 20th-century vintage with vibrant colors and architectural details characteristic of that era's design style. The scene shows a broad set of stairs leading up to what seems like a large archway or gateway in the distance, framed by buildings on either side. These structures have multiple stories, red brick facades, numerous windows, and decorative elements such as cornices at their top edges. Two women dressed in early 20th-century attire are seen walking down the stairs from below; one woman is seated while another stands beside her. There's a child-like figure on the right side of the steps. The postcard features ornate lettering that reads "ENTRANCE TO CAMPUS GROUNDS, CITY COLLEGE, NEW YORK CITY." Above this text at the top left corner of the card is smaller print indicating it was taken during an unspecified year in 1892-1936. The overall image conveys a sense of academic life and historical context from New York City's educational landscape over one hundred years ago.
NY Public Library Appreciationnyplas@mastodon.ozioso.online
2024-10-26

Park Row Building, New York
"Copy't 1905 American Colortype Co., N.Y. & Chi."--printed on border. New York
digitalcollections.nypl.org/it
#ParkRowBuilding #NewYork #Copyt #AmericanColortypeCo #NY&Chi #the"ParkRowBuilding #NewYorkCity #American #NEWYORK #ParkRow #Officebuildings #NewYork(NY)

The image depicts a vintage postcard featuring the "Park Row Building" in New York City. It's an old, multi-story skyscraper with ornate detailing at its topmost sections and American flags flying atop it on three visible flagpoles. The building is situated within what appears to be an urban environment of early 20th-century architecture, as evidenced by the surrounding structures that have a similar historical design language. The scene in front shows a street leading up to the park row buildings with few pedestrians and no modern vehicles or technology indicative of contemporary times. There's text at the bottom identifying "816 PARK ROW BUILDING, NEW YORK" along with what seems like an old address number for Park Row.
NY Public Library Appreciationnyplas@mastodon.ozioso.online
2024-10-20

Park Row, N.Y. City New York (printed in Germany)
digitalcollections.nypl.org/it
#ParkRow #NYCity #NewYork #Germany #NewYorkCity #Streets #NewYork(State)

The image depicts a vintage black-and-white photograph of Park Row in New York City. It shows a bustling urban scene with tall buildings lining the street, which is filled with various types of vehicles including horse-drawn carriages and early automobiles. The architecture features ornate facades, large windows, and several stories high building heights. People are visible on the sidewalks engaging in daily activities such as walking or waiting at public transportation stops. There's a clear contrast between the dark buildings and lighter sky above them. Notable is an absence of modern-day elements like digital signs, contemporary vehicles, or advanced infrastructure indicative of urban evolution since this photo was taken.
NY Public Library Appreciationnyplas@mastodon.ozioso.online
2024-08-24

Park Row, N.Y. City New York (printed in Germany)
digitalcollections.nypl.org/it
#ParkRow #NYCity #NewYork #Germany #the"ParkRow #NewCity #ParkRd #NewYorkCity #Streets #NewYork(State)

The image shows a black and white photograph of an urban street scene from what appears to be the early 20th century. The photo is divided into two halves, with the left side showing a street view and the right side depicting buildings with architectural details. On the left, there's a curved road with cobblestones, flanked by buildings on both sides. A few cars are visible in motion, and there's a trolley car traveling down the middle of the road. The street is lined with various signs, including one for the "Park Row N.Y." and another for "New City". There's also text at the top that reads "Park Rd. N.Y.", indicating the location within New York City. The right side of the photo provides a more detailed view of the buildings lining the street. The architecture suggests an era when the city was densely populated, with visible ornamental details on the facades. The sky above is overcast, contributing to the aged and historic look of the scene. Both sides are bordered by white space, creating a stark contrast between the black and white photo and its surroundings. There's also a thin strip at the bottom that appears to be a watermark or a textual element, but it's not clearly legible in the image provided.
NY Public Library Appreciationnyplas@mastodon.ozioso.online
2024-06-08

Entrance to campus grounds, City College, New York City
"Manhattan Post Card Co., 114 Park Row, N.Y. City." "Mfd. by TB Cambridge, Mass [in circle]"--printed on verso. New York, N. Y.
digitalcollections.nypl.org/it
#Citycollege #Newyorkcity #Parkrow #Nycity #Tbcambridge #Newyork #American

The image depicts a vintage postcard of a city scene. It features an entrance to a campus named "City College" located in New York City, as indicated by the text on the card. The perspective is from street level looking up a set of steps towards the entrance. The architecture suggests a classic American university campus with a mix of historic and functional buildings. The postcard itself has a weathered appearance, consistent with its age, and it's bordered by a thin white line. In the foreground, there's a text that reads "Enterance to City College, New York City," providing context for the location. The background shows an old-fashioned city street with buildings on both sides, one of which appears to be a church due to its architectural style. The colors in the postcard are muted, and the image is presented in a realistic style without any visible filters or artistic interpretations. There's no text providing additional context beyond what's already present. The focus is on the entrance to City College and the campus itself, with the street scene serving as a backdrop to the main subject of the postcard.
NY Public Library Appreciationnyplas@mastodon.ozioso.online
2024-05-21

New York - Entrance to Brooklyn Park Row
View of the Park Row terminal on the Manhattan side of the Brooklyn Bridge's elevated railroad service. Filed incorrectly in New York City--Brooklyn folder. s.l.
digitalcollections.nypl.org/it
#Newyork-entrance #Manhattan #Thebrooklynbridges #Newyorkcity #Brooklyn #European #Newyorkexaminer #Parkrow(newyork,ny)

The image depicts a vintage black and white photograph of a bustling city scene. There is a crowd of people in the foreground, some standing and others sitting on a bench. The architecture suggests a European style with ornate facades. A large building with a prominent clock tower serves as the backdrop, adding to the urban atmosphere. In the middle ground, there's a tram stop, indicating public transportation availability. Further in the background, another building can be seen with a sign that reads "New York Examiner." The sky is clear, suggesting it could be a sunny day. There are no visible texts on the image that would provide additional information about the location or event. The overall impression is one of a lively city street, possibly in the late 19th to early 20th century judging by the style of clothing and vehicles present in the photo. The photograph has an antique quality to it, adding to its historical charm.

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