Chatham, Massachusetts 1937

"Chatham, Massachusetts" (1937), a photograph by Dorothy Norman, captures a whimsical roadside attraction in the form of a giant, silver hand, its fingers extended towards the sky. The image's simplicity highlights the surreal nature of the sculpture, its scale emphasizing its incongruity with the natural surroundings. The photograph showcases Norman's talent for finding beauty in the everyday, while also capturing the distinctive American vernacular architecture and roadside culture of the 1930s. This photo is a testament to Norman's keen eye for detail and her ability to capture the essence of place and time.