(Above) Northwest corner of Eleventh and Race Streets, May 1883

Eleventh and Race Streets, Philadelphia, Pa.

There is a mix of residential properties and commercial properties in this scene. There are two red brick townhouses to the left. Next right are two smaller wooden buildings both with display windows. Next right, #1105, a green building, is a furniture store. A rocker, three side chairs and a dresser with mirror are exhibited on the sidewalk which is protected by an awning. Next right is a five-storey building with three workmen cleaning or painting the street level facade and windows.

Location: Library Company Philadelphia
call number: P.2298.117

 


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