The photograph titled “Pittsburgh, PA” was taken by artist Lee Friedlander and is Plate 22 from his work “Factory Valleys.” This image shows an urban scene dominated by road signs at the forefront, indicating U.S. routes 22 and 30, with additional signs attached to the pole, including a “no parking” sign. Behind these prominently displayed signs, an individual is seen walking on the left side of the road, adding a human element to the urban setting. Visible in the background are an overpass, partly obscured by foliage, buildings suggesting a commercial or industrial area, and billboards advertising products. The composition, with its layered elements, evokes a sense of the city’s atmosphere and conveys the visual complexity of the urban environment.
