The artwork titled “Meudon” is a photograph by André Kertész, created in 1928. This photographic piece belongs to the genre of early 20th-century street photography, capturing the essence of urban life during that time.
The artwork depicts a fascinating street scene within the suburb of Meudon, located just outside Paris. The black-and-white photograph portrays a bustling street bordered by buildings, leading to an imposing viaduct in the background. On the viaduct, a steam locomotive is seen making its way, emitting plumes of smoke that add to the dynamic and industrial atmosphere of the scene. In the foreground, a man in a trench coat and hat carries a large object, with several other individuals scattered through the street, some walking towards the viaduct, while others engage in various activities. The texture of the buildings, the intricate details of the viaduct, and the sense of movement captured in the artwork collectively evoke the rapid transition and modernity of the interwar period in France.
