El Station, 53rd Street and Third Avenue, New York City Possibly 1947 - 1981

"El Station, 53rd Street and Third Avenue, New York City" is a striking black and white photograph by Louis Faurer, known for his street photography and his keen eye for capturing everyday life in New York City. The photograph, taken sometime between 1947 and 1981, depicts the shadows of figures on a stairway, framed by a diagonal line, highlighting the interplay of light and shadow in urban environments. Faurer's work is often characterized by its starkness and sense of anonymity, capturing the fleeting moments of urban life in a way that speaks to the human condition.