Bicicleta 2002

"Bicicleta" (2002) by Brazilian photographer Miguel Rio Branco is a striking example of his signature style, often characterized by stark contrasts and evocative imagery. This photograph captures a bicycle wheel hanging precariously from the ceiling of a dilapidated building, bathed in the warm glow of the setting sun. The wheel, a symbol of movement and progress, appears frozen in time against the backdrop of decay and neglect, creating a powerful sense of melancholy and the passage of time. Rio Branco's work often explores themes of urban decay, social inequality, and the human condition, using photography as a tool to document and reflect upon the complexities of modern life.