Modern ReproductionPhotographMen Eating Lunch“Lunch Atop a Skyscraper,”
This iconic photograph, widely known as “Lunch Atop a Skyscraper,” was taken in 1932 during the construction of Rockefeller Center in New York City. It captures eleven iron workers casually eating lunch while seated on a steel beam high above Manhattan—an enduring symbol of American industry, courage, and the spirit of the Great Depression era.
The image is believed to have been taken as part of a publicity campaign promoting the RCA Building (now 30 Rockefeller Plaza). While often attributed to photographer Charles C. Ebbets, the exact authorship remains historically class="MsoNormal" Details
- Size: 8x10 or 11x14 inches Modern Reproduction.
- Paper: Acid-free, professional-quality 80lb luster finish exhibition photo paper
- Printing Method: Giclée printing with Epson high-definition pigment inks for exceptional light resistance and long-lasting durability
- Quality: Museum-grade prints with rich tones and sharp detail, comparable to traditional silver-halide and gelatin prints
- Watermark: Removed from all prints purchased
- You will receive the exact photograph shown. Please review images for condition.
- Printed on premium archival photo paper using professional pigment inks for long-lasting display quality.
- Each print is placed in a clear, acid-free protective sleeve and shipped in a sturdy, waterproof envelope marked “Do Not Bend”.
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- Images are sourced from State Historical Societies, National Archives, NASA, the Library of Congress, and private collections.
- Every reproduction is carefully restored and digitally enhanced: scratches, tears, dust, and exposure flaws are corrected while preserving the integrity of the original work.
- While most images are sharp, please note that quality depends on the original source. Some historical photos may show minor imperfections due to the technology of the time.
- This image is believed to be in the public domain. This listing is for a modern reproduction print; no claim is made to original copyright or exclusive rights.
- These reproductions are sold strictly as collectible media for personal use only. No usage or reproduction rights are granted.
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This is notan antique original photograph. It is a modern reprintmade from a high-resolution scan of the original historic image.
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