Women Singing, Newtown Squatter Advert, 11 Street and 11 Avenue, Lower Houghton

2001
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Photograph
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Tier 3
City & Land
© David Goldblatt
In this image, we see an interior space that appears to be an informal structure, possibly a room within a makeshift dwelling. The walls are rough and unfinished, with one side completely open, suggesting a doorway or a missing wall. The roof is made of corrugated metal, and there's a black plastic sheet visible, hinting at measures taken for weather protection.

Inside, the floor is covered with newspapers, and various personal items and household goods are arranged neatly along the walls, including what looks like canned food, a white bucket, and various containers. This suggests an effort to create a sense of order and homeliness within limited means.Peering in from the right side is a person, likely a woman, standing behind a sheer curtain, with just the silhouette and a glimpse of her clothing visible. This person's presence adds a layer of intimacy and daily life to the scene.The lighting is soft, filtered by the materials of the structure, casting the interior in shadows while the outside environment is brightly lit, indicating that the photo was taken in the daytime with natural light. The overall impression is of a personal space that's been carefully arranged to provide comfort and utility in a setting that suggests impermanence or transitional living conditions.

David Goldblatt

South Africa
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1930 - 2018

David Goldblatt

South Africa
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1930 - 2018
David Goldblatt