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Traffic on Fifth Avenue approaching 57th Street on a summer afternoon, New York City, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Traffic on Fifth Avenue approaching 57th Street on a summer afternoon, New York City, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Traffic on Fifth Avenue approaching 57th Street on a summer afternoon. New York City
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Capturing the Hustle and Bustle - Traffic on Fifth Avenue, New York City, 1939
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. In this photograph taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, we are transported back to a summer afternoon in 1939. The image depicts the iconic Fifth Avenue approaching 57th Street, bustling with activity and energy. As cars of various makes and models fill the street, a fleet of taxis and open-topped buses navigate through the sea of vehicles. Lange's lens beautifully captures the essence of urban life during this era - an industrial powerhouse amidst economic turmoil. The Great Depression had left its mark on America, yet here we witness resilience as people continue their daily routines despite adversity. The composition showcases Lange's keen eye for detail; each element meticulously placed to convey a sense of movement frozen in time. From pedestrians crossing streets to shop signs lining the avenue, every aspect tells a story about life in mid-20th century New York City. This remarkable print is part of Lange's extensive body of work commissioned by government agencies such as Farm Security Administration (FSA) and Office of War Information (OWI). Through her lens, she documented not only physical landscapes but also captured emotions that reflected the spirit of an entire nation. As we gaze upon this heritage art piece today, it serves as a reminder that even amidst challenging times, human resilience prevails – forever etched into our collective memory through timeless photographs like these.
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