Façades rue de l’Hôtel de Ville 1932

"Façades rue de l’Hôtel de Ville", a 1932 photograph by Brassai, captures the Parisian cityscape at night. The stark black and white composition focuses on the illuminated windows of a building, a common motif in Brassai’s work exploring the city's nocturnal atmosphere. This photograph captures a moment of everyday life, highlighting the contrast between the darkness of the street and the warm glow emanating from the windows, suggesting the presence of unseen lives within. This image exemplifies Brassai's signature style, often referred to as "photographie nocturne," which captures the city’s hidden details and its mysterious beauty.