Carl Lutz in Szabadság tér, Budapest, 1942

In Szabadság tér, Budapest (1942), a scene captures Swiss diplomat Carl Lutz with three others around a vintage car, possibly from the late 1930s. The image highlights the car, adorned with luggage, amid urban architecture and pedestrians. The setting exudes a lively spring atmosphere, indicative of the era's style and social hustle.

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FORTEPAN / Archiv für Zeitgeschichte ETH Zürich / Agnes Hirschi
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In Szabadság tér, Budapest (1942), a scene captures Swiss diplomat Carl Lutz with three others around a vintage car, possibly from the late 1930s. The image highlights the car, adorned with luggage, amid urban architecture and pedestrians. The setting exudes a lively spring atmosphere, indicative of the era's style and social hustle.
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Carl Lutz in Szabadság tér, Budapest, 1942
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Szabadság tér, előtérben balra Carl Lutz svájci diplomata. Háttérben balra a Vécsey utca, jobbra a Honvéd utca.
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In Szabadság tér, Budapest (1942), a scene captures Swiss diplomat Carl Lutz with three others around a vintage car, possibly from the late 1930s. The image highlights the car, adorned with luggage, amid urban architecture and pedestrians. The setting exudes a lively spring atmosphere, indicative of the era's style and social hustle.
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1942
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Hungary
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Budapest V.
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47.49835
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19.04045
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Archiv für Zeitgeschichte ETH Zürich / Agnes Hirschi
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Carl Lutz in Szabadság tér, Budapest, 1942
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In Szabadság tér, Budapest (1942), a scene captures Swiss diplomat Carl Lutz with three others around a vintage car, possibly from the late 1930s. The image highlights the car, adorned with luggage, amid urban architecture and pedestrians. The setting exudes a lively spring atmosphere, indicative of the era's style and social hustle.
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20th-century architecture
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historical photography
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urban life
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automobiles
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diplomacy
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urban scene
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1942
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vintage car
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Budapest
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Carl Lutz
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The image depicts a group of four men gathered around a vintage car, possibly from the late 1930s. The car, prominently featured in the foreground, is a black sedan with a prominent chrome grille and round headlights. It has large, smooth fenders and wide wheels, typical for cars of that era. Standing to the left of the car, two men are prominently positioned. The man on the left is dressed in a light-colored suit, complete with a tie and a hat. He has a confident stance and a slight smile. Next to him, another man wears a darker suit with pinstripes and holds an object in one hand, likely indicating a key or a small item, and is looking towards the camera. On the right side of the car, two other men are visible. One appears slightly behind the luggage, showcasing a more formal attire, while the other stands straight, dressed in a dark suit and a cap resembling a driver's uniform, suggesting he may work for a transportation service. The car is adorned with several pieces of luggage piled on top. The luggage includes large, neatly stacked bags with tags attached, indicating they may be ready for travel. In the background, there's a hint of an urban setting, with buildings that feature architectural details typical of early 20th-century design. Trees are planted in the area, showing signs of spring with leafless branches, indicating it could be early spring. The lighting suggests a bright, sunny day, as shadows are evident on the ground, and the overall ambiance is one of a busy, lively outdoor setting. The presence of pedestrians can also be seen in the background, contributing to the vibrancy of the scene.
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Szabadság tér, előtérben balra Carl Lutz svájci diplomata. Háttérben balra a Vécsey utca, jobbra a Honvéd utca.