Limmat River from Quaibrücke, Zurich, 1939

The image captures the Limmat River in Zurich, showcasing architectural landmarks such as the Fraumünster and St. Peter's Church towers, along with recreational boats on the water. Notable features include a clock tower, docked kayaks, and signs in German suggesting nearby transportation for an exhibition, reflecting the vibrant urban environment of 1939.

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photograph
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FORTEPAN / Ebner
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The image captures the Limmat River in Zurich, showcasing architectural landmarks such as the Fraumünster and St. Peter's Church towers, along with recreational boats on the water. Notable features include a clock tower, docked kayaks, and signs in German suggesting nearby transportation for an exhibition, reflecting the vibrant urban environment of 1939.
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Limmat River from Quaibrücke, Zurich, 1939
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Limmat folyó a Quaibrücke-ről nézve, szemben a Fraumünster (Asszonyok katedrálisa) és a Szent Péter templom tornya.
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The image captures the Limmat River in Zurich, showcasing architectural landmarks such as the Fraumünster and St. Peter's Church towers, along with recreational boats on the water. Notable features include a clock tower, docked kayaks, and signs in German suggesting nearby transportation for an exhibition, reflecting the vibrant urban environment of 1939.
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1939
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Switzerland
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Zurich
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47.36667
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8.55
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Ebner
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Limmat River from Quaibrücke, Zurich, 1939
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The image captures the Limmat River in Zurich, showcasing architectural landmarks such as the Fraumünster and St. Peter's Church towers, along with recreational boats on the water. Notable features include a clock tower, docked kayaks, and signs in German suggesting nearby transportation for an exhibition, reflecting the vibrant urban environment of 1939.
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Zurich
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urban landscape
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riverscape
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architecture
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St. Peter's Church
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Fraumünster
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recreation
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exhibition transport
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boats
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recreational boating
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Limmat River
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The image depicts a riverscape, likely in a city, showcasing a blend of architectural features and recreational boats on the water. On the left side of the scene, there is a multi-storied building with a lighter facade, characterized by a large vertical tower or spire. This building features several windows and a minor decorative element on the roof. Moving towards the center, the landscape includes a clock tower adorned with a distinct clock face, indicating the time at the moment the photograph was taken. This tower is accompanied by a second, taller spire, which towers above the other buildings. Flanking the clock tower are various buildings with a mix of architectural styles, all featuring windows, roofs, and decorative elements that contribute to an urban landscape. In the river, several boats are present, some covered with canvas, while others are smaller and partially visible. A small dock or platform is evident, where multiple kayaks or canoes are neatly arranged. A sign on the dock includes text in German, readable as “Überfahrt z Ausstellung,” suggesting it may relate to transportation to an exhibition. The water reflects the cloudy sky above, with soft, diffused light suggesting that it might be midday or early afternoon. The scene is rich with details like smaller flags and decorative elements atop the dock, which, along with the trees on the shore, adds to the liveliness of the setting. Overall, the composition conveys a sense of activity and the harmonious coexistence of nature and urban life.
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Limmat folyó a Quaibrücke-ről nézve, szemben a Fraumünster (Asszonyok katedrálisa) és a Szent Péter templom tornya.