Times Square, New York City, November 22, 1963 Possibly 1963 - 2003

"Times Square, New York City, November 22, 1963" is a poignant black and white photograph by Richard Avedon taken shortly after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. The image depicts a woman, partially obscured, clutching a newspaper with the headline "President Dead." The starkness of the composition, emphasizing the woman's somber face, captures the raw emotion of a nation in shock. This powerful photograph is a significant example of photojournalism and Avedon's ability to capture the human condition in a pivotal moment in history.