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Nearing Land, 1904 (photogravure)
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Nearing Land, 1904 (photogravure)
2962668 Nearing Land, 1904 (photogravure) by Stieglitz, Alfred (1864-1946); 21.6x17.5 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; © Minneapolis Institute of Art; The William Hood Dunwoody Fund
Media ID 25133234
© Minneapolis Institute of Art The William Hood Dunwoody Fund / Bridgeman Images
Crew Deck Ferry Liner Lower Passenger Ropes Upper
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Nearing Land, 1904" is a captivating photogravure captured by Alfred Stieglitz, an acclaimed photographer from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The print measures 21.6x17.5 cm and is housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts in Minnesota, USA. In this mesmerizing image, we are transported back to the early 1900s as we witness a ship approaching land. The scene unfolds on the deck of a majestic liner where passengers and crew members eagerly anticipate their arrival at port. The upper deck bustles with activity as people gather to catch their first glimpse of solid ground after days or weeks spent at sea. The lower part of the vessel reveals intricate ropes that secure it to a tugboat, symbolizing the seamless coordination required for safe transportation across vast oceans. As our eyes wander through this composition, we can almost feel the gentle sway of waves beneath our feet and hear seagulls calling out in excitement. Stieglitz's masterful use of light and shadow adds depth to this maritime tableau while capturing both the anticipation and relief felt by those aboard during their journey's end. Through his lens, he immortalizes not just a moment but also evokes emotions associated with travel, adventure, and new beginnings. This remarkable photograph serves as a testament to Stieglitz's artistic vision while offering us a timeless window into an era when ships were lifelines connecting distant lands.
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