21st Street/Hobart Street, Mid City Possibly 1995 - 1996

"21st Street/Hobart Street, Mid City" is a black and white photograph by Japanese photographer Madoka Takagi (1956-2015). The image, taken in 1995 or 1996, showcases a residential street in Mid City, Los Angeles, featuring palm trees and a large, Spanish Colonial Revival-style house. Takagi is known for her photographic explorations of urban landscapes and everyday life, often capturing the beauty of the mundane. The image's composition highlights the geometric lines of the architecture and the contrast between the natural and built environments, creating a sense of peaceful urbanity.