by the photographer of Life Magazine
black wood frame
This 15.5 x 12.5 inch photograph depicts a bird's-eye view of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California. The composition shows the bridge vertically, as the bridge continues further into the background towards the city. Many cars are seen driving across the bridge, to and from San Fransisco. There is also one boat in the water below the bridge, on the left side of the composition, headed towards the right side. These vessels pictured, both cars and boat, represent the prosperity and economy of the city, showing the common characteristics of everyday life. However, the focus of the composition is the bridge, which specifically acts as a characterization of societal functions within San Francisco. The bridge itself also stands as a symbol for innovation within architectural engineering and the city's growth and ability. The city is pictured in the distance, past the bridge, creating a sense of awe and imagination as to what's on the other side of the bridge. The perspective within the photo is specifically from the left side of the bridge, atop the two steel curved rods that hold the suspension cables to the bridge, creating the bird's-eye view effect. The photograph is bordered by a black wooden frame.
- Framed: 16 x 13 x 1 in (40.64 x 33.02 x 2.54 cm)
- Subject Matter: photography
- Collections: 1stDibs, Fine Art Under $500