Siesta 1926

"Siesta" (1926) by László Moholy-Nagy is a striking black and white photograph that captures a moment of repose. Two young girls, one holding a teddy bear, lie together on a white sheet, their bodies obscured by a lattice of shadows cast by an overhead structure. The photograph's composition and stark contrasts are characteristic of Moholy-Nagy's exploration of light, form, and abstraction in photography. His work exemplifies the New Objectivity movement, which sought to depict the world in a fresh and objective manner. "Siesta" is a testament to his ability to capture the human condition through simple, yet evocative, imagery.