Rue de la Chaise, Paris 1934

Ilse Bing’s 1934 photograph “Rue de la Chaise, Paris” is a prime example of her signature style of photojournalism. The stark contrast and sharp focus are characteristic of the New Vision movement in photography that Bing helped popularize. The night scene is illuminated by streetlights, which create dramatic light patterns and reflections. The geometric composition of the windows and shutters adds to the visual interest of the piece. The image captures the beauty of a Parisian street at night, and showcases Bing's mastery of the photographic medium.