Near Saltillo Possibly 1932 - 1967

"Near Saltillo" is a striking black and white photograph by American photographer Paul Strand, dating possibly between 1932 and 1967. Strand, known for his modernist approach to photography, captures the stark beauty of the landscape, with its rugged vegetation and a distant white adobe building. The composition emphasizes the verticality of the yucca plants, contrasting them with the horizontal lines of the landscape, creating a sense of depth and space. This photograph exemplifies Strand's interest in capturing the essence of place, using light and shadow to evoke a mood of isolation and tranquility.