President Herbert Hoover 1932

This photograph by Erich Salomon, taken in 1932, captures President Herbert Hoover at a formal event, likely a dinner. The candid nature of the image, a hallmark of Salomon's "candid photography" style, showcases Hoover in a moment of quiet contemplation, holding a cigar, while seated at a table. The partially obscured figures and the floral arrangement in the foreground create a sense of intimacy and immediacy, transporting the viewer to the event itself. The image is a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the life of a prominent political figure during a turbulent period in American history.