New York City 1929 - 1930

Walker Evans's "New York City" is a stark black and white photograph from 1929-1930 capturing the everyday life of a working-class couple in New York City. The candid composition and sharp detail are characteristic of Evans's documentary style, which captured the social realities of the Depression era. The photograph's intimate portrayal of its subjects, a woman with a thoughtful expression and a man casually holding a cigarette, offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people and the subtle interactions that define their everyday existence.