Subway Portrait 1938 - 1941

Walker Evans's "Subway Portrait" is a black and white photograph capturing a candid moment between two individuals on a New York City subway. Taken between 1938 and 1941, the image showcases Evans's signature style of documentary photography, focusing on the everyday lives of ordinary people. The composition highlights the stark contrast between the woman's pensive gaze and the man's seemingly weary expression, reflecting the social realities of the time. The dimly lit setting adds to the photograph's sense of realism and anonymity.