Snapshot—From My Window, New York Possibly 1902 - 1907

Alfred Stieglitz's "Snapshot—From My Window, New York" (1902-1907) is a stark yet poetic depiction of a snow-covered New York City street. Taken from an elevated vantage point, the photograph captures the stark beauty of the city during a winter storm. Stieglitz's signature "straight" photography style, focused on capturing the world as it is, emphasizes the simplicity and clarity of the scene. The snowy streets, the hazy cityscape, and the lone figures traversing the path create a sense of quiet solitude amidst the urban landscape. Stieglitz's innovative approach to photography helped pave the way for the modernist movement in art.