Manessestrasse Underpass, Zurich, 1969

This 1969 grayscale image depicts a bustling underpass in Zurich, Switzerland, showcasing two cars in transit beneath an elevated structure. Traffic signals and Swiss flags line the roadway, indicating an urban environment. The background features classic Swiss architecture with peaked roofs, set against a cloudy sky.

Photograph

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44193
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photograph
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suisse.fortepan.eu
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FORTEPAN / Nagy Gyula
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This 1969 grayscale image depicts a bustling underpass in Zurich, Switzerland, showcasing two cars in transit beneath an elevated structure. Traffic signals and Swiss flags line the roadway, indicating an urban environment. The background features classic Swiss architecture with peaked roofs, set against a cloudy sky.
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Manessestrasse Underpass, Zurich, 1969
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Manessestrasse, közúti aluljáró a Staffelstrasse és Eibenstrasse között.
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This 1969 grayscale image depicts a bustling underpass in Zurich, Switzerland, showcasing two cars in transit beneath an elevated structure. Traffic signals and Swiss flags line the roadway, indicating an urban environment. The background features classic Swiss architecture with peaked roofs, set against a cloudy sky.
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1969
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CC BY-SA 4.0
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Switzerland
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Zurich
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1
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Nagy Gyula
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Claims (15)

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Manessestrasse Underpass, Zurich, 1969
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This 1969 grayscale image depicts a bustling underpass in Zurich, Switzerland, showcasing two cars in transit beneath an elevated structure. Traffic signals and Swiss flags line the roadway, indicating an urban environment. The background features classic Swiss architecture with peaked roofs, set against a cloudy sky.
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traffic
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architecture
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vehicles
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cityscape
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underpass
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Zurich
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1969
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cars
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traffic signals
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urban landscape
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Swiss flag
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urban infrastructure
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ai:observationProse
The image shows a grayscale scene of a road beneath an elevated structure, suggesting an underpass or bridge. The roadway appears smooth, bordered by slightly raised concrete walls that curve gently upward on either side. In the foreground, two cars are depicted traveling in opposite directions. On the left, a light-colored sedan is in motion, while on the right, a smaller, darker vehicle is also moving forward. There are additional vehicles visible further along the road. The setting features multiple traffic signals and poles, with two round signals visible, as well as the Swiss flag hanging from posts that line the road. The flags are characterized by a cross design and are clearly identifiable. The background includes a row of buildings, some with peaked roofs, suggesting a suburban or urban environment typical of Swiss architecture. There are more flags in the distance, and the sky appears overcast, indicating a cloudy day. Overall, the composition captures a moment within a structured urban landscape, characterized by clear signs of vehicular activity and a hint of historical context through the architectural elements.
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Source caption

Manessestrasse, közúti aluljáró a Staffelstrasse és Eibenstrasse között.