Straatmarkt in Issoire 1902

This small photograph, "Straatmarkt in Issoire" by Delizy, pulls you right into a bustling market scene. The sepia tones create a feeling of something old, like a memory, or a dream. There's a real sense of texture here, in the way the light catches on the cobblestones and the fabrics of the clothing. You can almost feel the energy of the crowd, the close proximity of the figures. My eye keeps getting drawn back to the figures in the foreground, with their backs turned, like they're inviting you into this world. It reminds me of being at a flea market - the thrill of not knowing what you'll find. The way the image fades out towards the top gives it an unfinished quality, like a fleeting moment captured in time. It makes me think of Atget, another photographer who wandered the streets, documenting the world around him with such loving care.