Fifth Avenue in de sneeuw, New York before 1900

Alfred Stieglitz's "Fifth Avenue in de sneeuw, New York" captures the quiet beauty of a snow-covered New York City street. Taken before 1900, this photo is a prime example of pictorialism, a movement that emphasized the artistic qualities of photography. The composition is simple, with a line of horse-drawn carriages receding into the distance, creating a sense of depth and perspective. Stieglitz's use of light and shadow enhances the mood of tranquility, while the snowy streetscape evokes a sense of solitude and the serenity of winter. The photograph is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.