Spring House, Bucks County c. 1938

Aaron Siskind's "Spring House, Bucks County" (c. 1938) is a striking black and white photograph that exemplifies his signature style of "straight photography." The composition highlights a simple rural structure, a small outbuilding, partially obscured by the dramatic, skeletal branches of a large tree. Siskind's keen eye for detail and masterful use of light and shadow creates a sense of stark beauty and emphasizes the timeless qualities of the landscape. This piece showcases the photographer's fascination with the inherent abstract patterns found in nature, making it a compelling example of 20th-century American photography.