Amusement Park
Size:
20
"
height
16
"
width
A nostalgic glimpse into the early days of amusement parks, a phenomenon that became popular in the United States at the turn of the 20th century. One particularly iconic park was Coney Island in Brooklyn, which was famed for its pioneering rides and attractions. The Scenic Railway, featured here, was an early roller coaster that thrilled visitors with its dips and turns through engineered landscapes. The setting shows a diverse crowd, from elegantly dressed ladies to enthusiastic young boys, enjoying the park, while the admission sign indicates "10 cents to Paris," humorously suggesting the transformative, world-transporting experiences these parks aimed to offer for just pennies.
