Sunday Afternoon—From My Window, 1111 Madison Avenue, Looking South c. 1901 - 1932

"Sunday Afternoon—From My Window, 1111 Madison Avenue, Looking South" is a photo by Alfred Stieglitz, captured sometime between 1901 and 1932. This photograph is considered a prime example of Pictorialism, a photographic movement that emerged in the late 19th century, emphasizing artistic expression and aesthetic qualities in photography. The image depicts a street scene in New York City, showcasing the beauty of everyday life, captured from the artist's window. The composition focuses on the street, with a streetcar, pedestrians, and a lamppost as the central elements. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, characteristic of Stieglitz's work. The composition is clean and straightforward, capturing the essence of urban life at the beginning of the 20th century.