Metrostel op station Komsomolplein 1930 - 1935

This photograph, "Metrostel op station Komsomolplein", was made by Mospo Sostawitol. It's a small thing, but it's dense! The whole piece feels almost like a charcoal drawing, with its tonal variations and stark contrasts between light and shadow. The texture looks grainy, like the paper itself is part of the image, reminding us that photographs are physical objects too. Look at how the light reflects on the side of the train. This gives the image a sense of depth, drawing us into the scene. There’s something about the people waiting on the platform that makes me think of Edward Hopper. Like Hopper, Mospo Sostawitol captures a sense of urban life. It’s not just about the train, it’s about the people, the architecture, the atmosphere. It’s about capturing a moment in time.