Scène de tramway Union Station Washington D.C. 1949 boutiques - Photo originale

Product Name: Scène de tramway Union Station Washington D.C. 1949 boutiques - Photo originale
Subject：transportation, streetcar, architecture, city life Theme：cities & towns, architecture, transportation, social history Featured Person/Artist：none Production Technique：Gelatin-Silver Print Year of Production：1949 Original/Licensed Reprint：Original Size：4x3 inches Time Period Manufactured：1925-1949 boutiques Number of Photographs：1 Antique：No Unit of Sale：Single Piece Vintage：Yes Framing：Unframed
An original 4x3" vintage photo from a vintage photo album acquired from an estate.

Photo Overview

The photograph shows a bustling scene in front of Union Station in Washington D.C. in 1949. People are walking in various directions on the sidewalk, and a streetcar is passing by the ornate architectural frontage of the station. The grand arches and columns of the building provide a striking backdrop, characteristic of the station's Beaux-Arts style.

Union Station, opened in 1907, is an iconic landmark in Washington D.C. It served as a major hub for rail travel, reflecting the era's transportation advancements post-WWII. By 1949, streetcars were a common sight, contributing to the everyday commute and vibrant city life. The station not only played a pivotal role in transportation but also hosted significant events, fostering local and national interactions.

Text Present

Union Station
Washington D.C.
211
1949

Condition: Please see photos for condition. In good to fair vintage condition. Back sides may have remnants from once being in an album.
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