The American Flag Waves on the Facade of a Historic Manhattan Building
Shot
2011
05/10
Publication
2019
06/23
NIKON D90, 18.0-200.0 mm f/3.5-5.6 @
f/8.0 1/200,
ISO 200
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The image portrays the United States flag waving majestically in front of the dark brick facade of a historic Manhattan building. The stars and stripes, illuminated by sunlight, stand out against the austere backdrop of early twentieth century New York industrial architecture. The arched windows and decorative terracotta details testify to the architectural style of the era. The American flag is an omnipresent element in the New York urban landscape, symbol of national pride and American identity that pervades every aspect of life in the metropolis.