
The Terminus
A quiet urban scene captured by Alfred Stieglitz depicts the end of a trolley or railway line, where horses, figures, and vehicles gather in the dim, atmospheric light of the city. The gelatin dry-plate lantern slide lends the image a rich tonal depth, emphasizing the gritty texture of the urban environment and the subtle interplay of shadow and light. This work reflects Stieglitz's early commitment to elevating photography as a fine art medium by finding poetic beauty in everyday city life.
- Medium
- Gelatin dry-plate lantern slide.
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
The Odyssey of Collecting: Photographs from Joy of Giving Something Foundation
October 3, 2017
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