Carl Lutz at the former British Embassy Garden, Budapest, 1949
In 1949, Swiss diplomat Carl Lutz stands before the decaying remnants of a building in Budapest, wearing a light suit. The partially ruined structure showcases exposed bricks and loss of architectural details, alongside overgrown weeds, conveying a somber atmosphere of neglect and destruction following wartime turmoil.
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FORTEPAN / Archiv für Zeitgeschichte ETH Zürich / Agnes Hirschi
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In 1949, Swiss diplomat Carl Lutz stands before the decaying remnants of a building in Budapest, wearing a light suit. The partially ruined structure showcases exposed bricks and loss of architectural details, alongside overgrown weeds, conveying a somber atmosphere of neglect and destruction following wartime turmoil.
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Carl Lutz at the former British Embassy Garden, Budapest, 1949
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Táncsics Mihály (Verbőczy) utca 1., a korábbi brit követség kertjében Carl Lutz svájci diplomata. Balra a Boldog XI. Ince pápa (Ibolya) utcai kapu mögött a Miklós torony.
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In 1949, Swiss diplomat Carl Lutz stands before the decaying remnants of a building in Budapest, wearing a light suit. The partially ruined structure showcases exposed bricks and loss of architectural details, alongside overgrown weeds, conveying a somber atmosphere of neglect and destruction following wartime turmoil.
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1949
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CC BY-SA 4.0
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Hungary
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Budapest I.
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Archiv für Zeitgeschichte ETH Zürich / Agnes Hirschi
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Carl Lutz at the former British Embassy Garden, Budapest, 1949
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In 1949, Swiss diplomat Carl Lutz stands before the decaying remnants of a building in Budapest, wearing a light suit. The partially ruined structure showcases exposed bricks and loss of architectural details, alongside overgrown weeds, conveying a somber atmosphere of neglect and destruction following wartime turmoil.
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ruins
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desolation
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diplomacy
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post-war recovery
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architectural decay
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historical preservation
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urban landscape
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Carl Lutz
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Budapest
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diplomat
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The image features a man standing in front of a partially ruined structure, indicative of decay and destruction. He is dressed in a light-colored suit and stands with his arms crossed, presenting a composed demeanor. The man appears to be in a thoughtful pose, gazing slightly off to the side.
Behind him, the building's facade is marked by significant damage, with exposed bricks and missing sections that suggest it may have been a once-elegant structure. There are remnants of architectural details, such as decorative elements and a large arched entryway, now crumbling and worn.
To the left, another building can be seen, also in a state of deterioration, featuring a peaked roof and a broken window. The landscape around them is characterized by tall weeds and grasses, suggesting neglect and abandonment.
The setting is outdoors, with natural light indicating it is likely daytime. The overall atmosphere is somber; the contrast between the man’s attire and the ruinous background highlights the juxtaposition of human presence against the backdrop of loss and desolation. The image is in black and white, enhancing the starkness of the scene.
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Táncsics Mihály (Verbőczy) utca 1., a korábbi brit követség kertjében Carl Lutz svájci diplomata. Balra a Boldog XI. Ince pápa (Ibolya) utcai kapu mögött a Miklós torony.