Up for sale is a rare, authentic 1930s vintage silver gelatin photograph capturing the Never-Sleep News Co. newspaper stand, historically located at the prominent multicultural intersection of 12th Avenue and Jackson Street in Seattle, Washington.This continuous-tone chemical photograph features an incredible piece of urban Americana, documenting an African American business owner standing proudly in front of a massive cache of news bundles. The structures feature vibrant historical signage including "Never-Sleep News Co." and "Papers of the World."
- Type: Original Vintage Silver Gelatin Period Print (Not a modern reproduction or digital copy)
- Era: Circa 1930s
- Subject: Black Entrepreneurship / Pacific Northwest Journalism History / Seattle International District
- Physical Condition:"Excellent original vintage condition for a continuous-tone chemical photo of this age. Displays a natural, gentle edge curl inherent to historic fiber-based paper. Features minor, superficial handling creases consistent with periodic handling over the decades, which do not distract from the central image. The reverse side is completely blank with authentic vintage water staining from historical storage. No modern reprint markings or halftone print matrices present."
A phenomenal addition for collectors of Black Americana, Seattle regional history, or early 20th-century media archives.Please review the listing photos carefully for a detailed look at the physical edges and reverse side condition before purchasing.
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