Reclame voor de Fire Insurance New York Underwriters Agency met een foto van brand 1905

"Crowd at a Fire. N. Y. City", a 1905 photograph by De Witt C. Wheeler, depicts a crowd of people watching a fire in New York City. The image was likely used as an advertisement for the Fire Insurance New York Underwriters Agency, showcasing the potential dangers of fire and the importance of insurance. The composition focuses on the onlookers, their faces obscured by smoke and distance, emphasizing the chaotic nature of the event. The photograph captures the raw reality of a fire in the early 20th century, making it a valuable historical document for those studying urban life and the evolution of photography.