On a block that is rapidly being turned into a playground for hipsters and the well heeled, this old building at 254 West Fourth Street is a relic, a ruin, a reminder of the old Greenwich Village. This crusty doorbell probably hasn't been painted in 30 years. Down the block, Fedora, a 60 year old restaurant, is about to change hands, and perhaps not for the better. New York City is turning in a "luxury city" that few can afford, but a few old buildings hold on.
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
254 West Fourth Street
On a block that is rapidly being turned into a playground for hipsters and the well heeled, this old building at 254 West Fourth Street is a relic, a ruin, a reminder of the old Greenwich Village. This crusty doorbell probably hasn't been painted in 30 years. Down the block, Fedora, a 60 year old restaurant, is about to change hands, and perhaps not for the better. New York City is turning in a "luxury city" that few can afford, but a few old buildings hold on.
Really nice find. I love the texture
ReplyDeleteOh yes! Nice work... the excitement of a grand find is often in the small treasures.
ReplyDeleteWow, that must have taken some detective work. Wonderful photo.
ReplyDeleteWell seen and photographed. I like the rich warm brown tones.
ReplyDeleteHow sad when the well-to-do take over, I think. This rusty door bell is a treasure.
ReplyDeleteAnd we depend on you to find em, shoot em and post em, KM. Crusty indeed. LOVE IT.
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It's sad to see them slowly disappear.
ReplyDeleteLovely textures. Nice shot!
ReplyDeleteCool...I bet if you push it, it can be heard in 1942. ;)
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