#TrinityChurchyard

Gottscho-Schleisner CollectionGottschoSchleisner@mastodon.ozioso.online
2025-12-04

New York city views. Trinity churchyard III 1932 Sept. 10.
Gottscho, Samuel H. (Samuel Herman), 1875-1971
1 negative : safety ; 5x7 in.

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This black and white photograph depicts a scene from New York City, specifically Trinity Churchyard in 1932. The image shows the iconic skyline of Manhattan with prominent buildings such as the Empire State Building visible in the background.
In the foreground, there's an expansive graveyard filled with numerous gravestones that create a patterned landscape across the area. Some tombstones are closely packed together while others have more space between them. A few trees and shrubs can be seen scattered throughout the cemetery grounds, adding to the overall scenery. The sky above is clear, indicating good weather conditions during the time of capture.
The photo captures the contrast between the historical graveyard setting and the modern skyscrapers that define New York City's skyline. This image offers a glimpse into both the past and present urban landscape of Manhattan.

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