
Fishermen, Fulton Street Dock, New York
A striking black-and-white photograph by Berenice Abbott capturing the gritty, working-class atmosphere of the Fulton Street Dock in New York City, where fishermen gather amid the bustling waterfront. Abbott's masterful use of light and shadow emphasizes the textures of the dock environment, from weathered wood to the figures of the workers themselves. As part of her celebrated documentation of New York City, this gelatin silver print reflects Abbott's deep commitment to preserving the urban landscape and the lives of its everyday inhabitants.
- Medium
- Gelatin silver print, printed later.
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
Photographs from the Art Institute of Chicago - Online Only
December 22, 2014
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