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Discover a captivating glimpse into early 20th-century urban life with this original antique stereoview card, published by the renowned Keystone View Company. This stereograph, copyrighted in 1904 by B.L. Singley, transports you to a bustling street scene in Hamburg, Germany. The detailed 3D image captures a lively thoroughfare filled with pedestrians, horse-drawn carriages, and early streetcars, all set against a backdrop of historic architecture and distinctive church spires. It offers a fascinating perspective on Hamburg's commercial activity and daily routine during a period of significant growth and change.The stereoview card features a curved cardboard mount, typical of Keystone View Company productions from this era, designed to enhance the immersive 3D experience when viewed through a stereoscope. The front of the card is clearly marked with the publisher's details: "Keystone View Company, Manufacturers & Publishers Copyright 1904 by B.L. Singley." It also lists various publisher locations including Meadville, Pa., St. Louis, Mo., San Francisco, Cal., Toronto, Can., New York, N.Y., London, England. The view is identified as "10825 - A Street Scene in Hamburg, Germany." The reverse side provides a comprehensive historical summary of Hamburg, detailing its founding by Charlemagne, its role in the Hanseatic League, the impact of Napoleonic wars, its recovery from the great fire of 1842, and its significance as a major commercial hub and member of the German Customs Union. This educational text adds considerable value for collectors of antique stereoviews, historical images, and European cityscapes.Verified Specifications:
Item Type: Stereoview Keystone View Company
Photographer: B.L. Singley (Copyright credit)
Subject Matter: Cityscape, Street Scene, Urban Life, Transportation, Architecture
View Title & Number: "10825 - A Street Scene in Hamburg, Germany."
Format/Mount Type: Curved Cardboard Mount
Materials: Cardboard, Photographic Paper
Features: Two stereoscopic images for 3D viewing, historical text on reverse
City/State/Province/Country (Publisher Locations): Meadville, Pa.; St. Louis, Mo.; San Francisco, Cal.; Toronto, Can.; New York, N.Y.; London, England
Logos/Graphics: "Keystone View Company" text
Identifiers: Copyright 1904, View Number 10825
Dimensions: Approx. 7 inches wide
Lot Count: Single Piece
