Stock exchange, New York City
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Stock exchange, New York City
Stock exchange, New York City, USA. Artwork of traders on the curb market at the New York Stock Exchange in 1912. They are on the street outside the stock exchange building on Broad Street, making notes, buying and selling shares, and receiving instructions and advice from those inside the stock exchange. The Broad Street premises opened in 1903. This artwork, by the British artist Frank Craig (1874-1918), was published in the May 1912 issue of Harpers Monthly
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1900s 1912 Busy Buying Capitalism City Commerce Commercial Crowd Finance Financial Instructing Listening New York New York City North American Out Side Outdoors Profit Selling Shouting Stock Exchange Talking Tense Trader Traders Trading Us A Broad Street Curb Market Frantic Harpers Magazine Mono Chrome Stock Brokers
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This print captures the bustling atmosphere of the stock exchange in New York City back in 1912. The artwork, created by British artist Frank Craig, showcases traders on the curb market outside the iconic New York Stock Exchange building on Broad Street. In this historical illustration, we witness a scene filled with intense activity as traders engage in buying and selling shares while receiving instructions and advice from their counterparts inside the stock exchange. The image portrays a snapshot of American capitalism at its peak during the early 20th century. A diverse crowd of male traders can be seen passionately discussing financial matters amidst a sea of shouting and gesturing. This depiction highlights both the human element behind commerce and industry, as well as the high stakes nature of trading on Wall Street. Frank Craig's masterful artistry brings to life this pivotal moment in history when fortunes were made or lost within seconds. It serves as a reminder of how far our financial systems have come since then, yet also offers an appreciation for the foundations laid by those who paved the way for modern finance. This remarkable piece is not only visually striking but also provides valuable insight into one of America's most influential institutions – capturing both its grandeur and frenetic energy that has defined it for over a century.
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