Title:
Berlin – Die Friedrichstrasse, Germany, Photographer unknown, c.1890s
Description:
19th-century stereoview depicting Friedrichstrasse, one of Berlin’s principal streets. The image shows the busy thoroughfare lined with grand buildings, including the Hôtel Central on the left, with pedestrians walking under the awnings. In the background, an elevated railway viaduct passes above the street near Friedrichstrasse station, with a train visible crossing the bridge. The card mount is printed “BERLIN.” on both sides of the image, with the caption “280. Die Friedrichstrasse.” below. The reverse bears a descriptive label in Dutch explaining the view, issued by Uitgave Merkelbach & Co., Amsterdam.
Photographer/publisher:
Photographer unknown / Uitgave Merkelbach & Co., Amsterdam
Period/date:
c.1890s
Dimensions:
Approximately 17.5 x 8.5 cm
Condition:
Very good condition with mild overall yellowing and slight corner wear.
Reverse:
Printed descriptive label in Dutch titled “26. Berlin. Friedrichstrasse.”
Keywords:
Berlin, Friedrichstrasse, railway viaduct, street scene, stereoview
Shipping Information:
Shipping: EUR 5 for one stereoview, EUR 10 for any number of stereoviews worldwide.