Twee stadsgezichten van Boedapest 1930 - 1931

This is one page from an old photo album by Berti Hoppe featuring two cityscapes of Budapest. I imagine Hoppe carefully positioning their camera, trying to capture the essence of the city. The grey tones evoke a sense of nostalgia. I imagine the light was diffused, creating a soft, dreamy effect. The focus on architectural details—bridges, buildings, and the river—gives a sense of place. There's a quiet, contemplative quality to these images. It makes me think about how photography can transform a moment into a lasting memory. The act of framing and capturing these scenes involves a deliberate act of selecting and interpreting the world. The surface of the photograph becomes a site where personal experience meets the broader cultural landscape.