Recipient of Welfare Assistance 1930

"Recipient of Welfare Assistance" is a 1930 photograph by German photographer August Sander (1876-1964), as part of his "People of the 20th Century" project. This black and white portrait captures a man in a simple coat and cap, standing against a plain backdrop. Sander's work is known for its straightforward and realistic portrayal of individuals across different social classes, highlighting the complexities of human experience in the early 20th century. The photograph's intimate scale and nuanced details provide a glimpse into the life of a working-class individual in Germany during the period.