Fishing Boat in Marseille 1929

"Fishing Boat in Marseille" (1929) by László Moholy-Nagy is a photo that captures the everyday life of a fisherman in Marseille. Taken from an elevated perspective, the photo focuses on the wooden deck of a fishing boat with a lone figure lying down, likely resting after a long day at sea. The geometric shapes and contrasts of light and shadow, characteristic of Moholy-Nagy's style, emphasize the stark simplicity and functionality of the scene. This photo, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, exemplifies Moholy-Nagy's fascination with the power of photography to capture the essence of modern life.