Untitled [New Orleans and the Gulf Coast, 2005] Possibly 2005 - 2010

Richard Misrach’s Untitled [New Orleans and the Gulf Coast, 2005] is a stark black and white photograph that captures the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans. The image depicts a dilapidated house with boarded-up windows and a faded “Dead Dog 13” graffiti scrawled on the side. The composition is dominated by the house, which is illuminated by an unseen light source, creating a sense of foreboding and decay. The photograph is a powerful testament to the destruction wrought by the hurricane and serves as a reminder of the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.