c1960's 35mm Slide Film, Absinthe House Bourbon Street New Orleans Louisiana

$ 7.92

Year of Production: 1960 Location: New Orleans, Louisiana Image Color: Color Subject: Old Absinthe House, Houses Type: Photograph Year: c1960's Time Period Manufactured: 1960-1969 Features: One of a Kind (OOAK) Country of Origin: United States Vintage: Yes Format: 35mm color: Color Unit of Sale: Single Piece Professional Grader: Not Professionally Graded Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Size: Standard Image Orientation: Landscape

Description

c1960's 35mm Slide Film, Absinthe House Bourbon Street New Orleans Louisiana. The overall condition of the slide is good, with minor dust and no significant scratches. SKU: B3-5-06. The image captures a vibrant street scene in New Orleans, Louisiana, featuring Jean Lafitte's Old Absinthe House, a historic establishment dating back to 1807. Adjacent to it, the Desire Oyster Bar is visible with its distinctive neon signage. Street signs clearly mark the intersection of Bourbon and Bienville streets, placing the scene within the iconic French Quarter. The architecture showcases classic New Orleans style with multi-story brick buildings adorned with intricate cast iron balconies and railings, a hallmark of the city's unique heritage. Pedestrians are visible in the foreground, dressed in clothing styles. A traditional street lamp with a hexagonal lantern stands tall, illuminating the intersection and adding to the historic ambiance. The slide exhibits a warm, reddish color shift, common in older film stocks, yet maintains good detail and contrast. This composition offers a compelling glimpse into the bustling street life and architectural charm of New Orleans during the mid-20th century. The overall condition of the slide is good, with minor dust and no significant scratches. SKU: B3-5-06