Vintage Neon Sign in Portland Chinatown | Tim Trautmann

A towering vintage neon sign for the Hung Far Low restaurant dominates the streetscape in Portland's historic Chinatown district. The elaborate sign features traditional Chinese pagoda motifs and colorful neon tubing against a clear blue sky. Below, pedestrians walk along the sidewalk past the brick commercial buildings that define this culturally significant neighborhood, while period street lamps and parked cars complete the urban scene.

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Caption

The iconic Hung Far Low restaurant sign stands as a landmark beacon in Portland's Chinatown district.

Description

A towering vintage neon sign for the Hung Far Low restaurant dominates the streetscape in Portland's historic Chinatown district. The elaborate sign features traditional Chinese pagoda motifs and colorful neon tubing against a clear blue sky. Below, pedestrians walk along the sidewalk past the brick commercial buildings that define this culturally significant neighborhood, while period street lamps and parked cars complete the urban scene.

Location

Chinatown, Portland, Oregon, United States

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Subject

Chinatown Vintage Neon Sign Portland Oregon Chinese Restaurant Urban Streetscape Historic District Commercial Architecture Cultural Landmark

Keywords

Blue Sky Brick Buildings Red Street Lamps Pedestrians Walking Parked Cars Clear Weather Daytime Light Traditional Pagoda Design Colorful Signage Two Story Buildings Metal Framework Green Foliage Downtown Setting Historic Preservation Asian American Heritage Commercial District Street Level View Urban Planning Neighborhood Character

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Camera: X-T3
Lens: Fujifilm Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 R LM WR
Focal length: 55 mm
Aperture: ƒ/8
Shutter: 1/250 s
ISO: 160
Resolution: 3914 × 6229 (24.4 MP)
File size: 5.1 MB

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