34th Street c. 1948

"34th Street" is a photograph by Robert Frank, taken around 1948. This iconic image captures the essence of urban life in New York City, showcasing a street filled with anonymous figures moving about their daily routines. The stark black and white composition, characteristic of Frank's style, emphasizes the city's vastness and the fleeting nature of human interaction. The vanishing point created by the dividing line in the center draws the viewer's eye toward the distant horizon, suggesting a sense of both isolation and connection in the bustling urban landscape.