A City Seen

Between 1945 and 1960, Todd Webb traveled the streets of New York, armed with his camera, immortalizing a city in the midst of transformation after World War II. The Museum of the City of New York presents the timeless work of this photographer, a privileged witness to a pivotal era. His photographs offer an authentic and poignant glimpse into the inhabitants and places that shaped the face of the metropolis. Far from clichés, Webb captured the vibrant soul of this city, revealing daily life with rare humanity. It is an exceptional opportunity to rediscover postwar New York through a singular and captivating gaze. On view April 20th to September 4th, 2017 at The Museum of the City of New York.