Untitled (New York 28 - 1939

This untitled photograph, captured in New York on August 28, 1939, by an anonymous photographer, depicts a boxing match in progress. The image shows two boxers in the ring, with the boxer in the foreground facing away from the viewer, his back and the muscles of his arms and shoulders exposed, while his opponent is in the background. The photo is a snapshot of a moment of action frozen in time, showcasing the raw physicality of the sport, and captures the energy and tension of the event. This piece of photographic realism from the Minneapolis Institute of Art is a prime example of early 20th-century street photography.