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Street Musicians, 1898-1899, (1956). Creator: Eugene Atget
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Street Musicians, 1898-1899, (1956). Creator: Eugene Atget
Street Musicians, 1898-1899, (1956)
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1950s Amusement Atget Eugene Atget Jean Eugene Auguste Busking Enjoying Enjoyment Eugène Atget Fifties France Europe Gelatin Silver Print Jean Eugene Auguste Atget Organ Grinder Silver Gold Toned Street Musician Street Performer
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This photograph, titled "Street Musicians, 1898-1899" (1956), by renowned French photographer Eugène Atget, transports us back in time to the bustling streets of 19th century France. The image, now part of the collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), captures the essence of amusement and enjoyment as two street musicians engage with their audience. The scene is set against a backdrop of old buildings and houses, their facades worn with the passage of time. An organ grinder, dressed in tattered clothes, plays a melody on his instrument, his eyes focused intently on the crowd. A young girl, clad in a white dress, claps her hands in delight, her smile reflecting the pure joy of the moment. Another girl, dressed in a darker outfit, watches with wide-eyed curiosity. A man in a hat and coat, perhaps the father of the girls, looks on approvingly, his expression one of contentment. Atget's use of gelatin silver print technique imbues the photograph with a silver-gold toned hue, adding to its timeless quality. The image is a testament to the enduring appeal of street performances and the simple pleasures of life, captured in a moment in time. The photograph is a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the past and the importance of preserving it for future generations.
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