Greyhound Station - New York
Greyhound Station - New York
The Art Moderne or "Streamlined" style was vigorously expressed in transportation design. New York's Greyhound station, at 33rd Street and Seventh Avenue, telegraphed its modernity by eschewing traditional architectural motifs and ornament in favor of clean, geometric lines with curved corners. The "Greyhound" sign's geometric sans typeface symbolizes modern technology and efficiency. Buses and cabs surround the station. In the background is a stark contrast to all this modernity – the original Penn Station, a Beaux-Arts reminder of New York's architectural tradition.
Photographer: Berenice Abbott
Date: 1936-37
Image: DM-006A
THE PHOTOGRAPHER: One of the major figures of 20th Century photography, Berenice Abbott was best known for her innovative photographs of New York City architecture and urban design of the 1930s. Throughout her career, Abbott’s photography was shaped by her interest in technological progress and her enthusiasm for a rapidly-evolving society. Her choices of subject matter and her visual expression were all guided by her belief that a modern-day invention such as the camera deserved to document the 20th century — accurately and honestly. Learn more about Berenice Abbott.
Framed Print Sizing Details
SMALL
Dimensions with frame: 12.5" x 14.625"
Dimensions of photo: 8" x 10.125"
MEDIUM
Dimensions with frame and mat: 18" x 21.5"
Dimensions of photo: 12.5" x 16"
LARGE
Dimensions with frame and mat: 23" x 27.5"
Dimensions of photo: 16.5" x 20.75"
