"No Rules," Coney Island, New York 1947 - 1948

"No Rules" is a black and white photograph taken by American photographer Sid Grossman in Coney Island, New York in 1947-1948. It portrays two men engaged in a playful fight on the beach. The image captures a moment of raw energy and youthful abandon, with the man on the bottom looking directly at the camera with a wide grin as he is carried on the shoulders of the man above him. Grossman's work often explored themes of masculinity and urban life, capturing the rawness of everyday interactions. "No Rules" embodies this approach, showcasing the vitality and exuberance of Coney Island's culture.