Williamsburg Bridge Construction Stereoview Keystone View Co. 1903 New York City For Sale

Explore a fascinating piece of early 20th-century New York history with this antique stereoview card from the renowned Keystone View Company. This stereograph, numbered 13305, captures the monumental "New Bridge over the East River in Course of Construction," which is the iconic Williamsburg Bridge. The image provides a detailed 3D perspective of the bridge's massive steel structure during its construction phase, with boats visible on the East River below, offering a glimpse into the industrial might and urban development of the era. The card features a classic curved mount, enhancing the immersive 3D experience when viewed through a stereoscope.The reverse side of this historical stereocard presents an insightful commentary on the role of infrastructure in civilization, titled "Union Makes Strength." It discusses how advanced civilizations connect cities with "streets, railways, bridges, electric wires, boats and steamship lines," contrasting this with the walled cities of the past. The text specifically references the Brooklyn Bridge and the East River Bridge (Williamsburg Bridge), proclaiming New York's enduring spirit. It describes a bridge as "a living bond between the cities which it connects" and concludes with evocative lines: "You thrill through all your cords of steel, Responsive to the living sun; And quickening in your nerves you feel Life with its conscious currents run." This Keystone View Company stereoview is a superb example of a historical record, ideal for collectors of stereographs, New York City memorabilia, and those interested in early 20th-century engineering and urban history.