
Model T in Shed, The Home Place, near Norfolk, Nebraska (Uncle Ed's Car)
A weathered Model T automobile sits quietly within the shadowy interior of a rural shed, its aging form a testament to the passage of time on the Great Plains. Morris captures the intimate relationship between the machine and its agrarian setting, bathing the scene in soft, diffused light that emphasizes texture and memory. The photograph evokes a sense of nostalgia and quiet dignity, reflecting Morris's deep exploration of Midwestern rural life and the objects that bear witness to human experience.
- Medium
- Gelatin silver print, printed later.
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
🔨 Auction Lot
Photographs
April 1, 2014
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