New York (Boy Shining Shoes), July 1952 1952

"New York (Boy Shining Shoes), July 1952" is a street photograph by Vivian Maier, taken in 1952. This candid shot captures a moment of daily life in New York City, showcasing a young boy shining the shoes of a man seated in a horse-drawn carriage. Maier's black and white style emphasizes the stark contrast between the two figures and their surroundings, revealing a narrative of everyday interaction in urban life.