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Stoumen, Lou
(1917-1991)Sailor and Girl on Subway

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Sailor and Girl on Subway. 1940. Gelatin silver print, printed later. 35,5 x 28 cm. Signed in black ink and editioned with embossed number below the image on the margin.

Lou Stoumen’s work is characterized by its raw, documentary-style approach to street photography, capturing fleeting moments with a keen sense of storytelling. His images often focus on urban life, blending spontaneity with strong compositional awareness. Whether depicting wartime sailors, bustling city streets, or quiet, introspective scenes, Stoumen’s work conveys a sense of immediacy and intimacy, reflecting his background as both a photojournalist and filmmaker. – In excellent condition.