A Wet Night c. 19th century

"A Wet Night" is a 19th-century photograph by William A. Fraser, capturing a dimly lit city street shrouded in mist and rain. The image, part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection, depicts a row of trees lining the sidewalk, their branches silhouetted against the hazy atmosphere. The wet pavement reflects the faint glow of streetlights, creating an ethereal and atmospheric scene. Fraser, known for his photographic depictions of urban life, masterfully uses light and shadow to convey a sense of solitude and quiet contemplation.