Equitable Life Building Fire

The Equitable Life Assurance Building was the headquarters of The Equitable Life Assurance Society of the United States. Construction was completed on May 1, 1870, at 120 Broadway in Manhattan, New York City, and under the leadership of Henry Baldwin Hyde was the first office building to feature passenger elevators.

The building, described as fireproof, was destroyed by a massive fire on January 9, 1912. Extremely cold weather caused the water from the fire trucks to freeze on the building. Six people died. 

Early 20th century original press silver gelatin photograph measuring approximately 5 x 7 inches.

Verso features original press stampings.

Very good vintage condition with some light expected signs of age and wear.