Samuel P. “Pee Wee” West (Lower West Side series) 1985

"Samuel P. “Pee Wee” West (Lower West Side series)" is a black and white photograph by Milton Rogovin, taken in 1985. The image shows a man, Samuel P. "Pee Wee" West, sitting on a box on the street, looking directly at the viewer. This photograph is part of Rogovin's "Lower West Side" series, a collection of portraits of everyday people living in the lower west side of Buffalo, New York. Rogovin was known for his intimate and respectful portraits of working-class people, capturing their dignity and resilience. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the lives of those who often go unseen.