Rue de Mont Blanc, Geneva, 1958

This 1958 image captures a vibrant street scene in Geneva. A police officer on a motorcycle, dressed casually yet authoritatively, is central to the composition. The bustling background features vintage cars, cyclists, and signs like 'HOTEL DE RUSSIE,' reflecting mid-century urban life enriched by sunlight and typical architecture of the era.

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43855
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suisse.fortepan.eu
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FORTEPAN / UWM Libraries
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This 1958 image captures a vibrant street scene in Geneva. A police officer on a motorcycle, dressed casually yet authoritatively, is central to the composition. The bustling background features vintage cars, cyclists, and signs like 'HOTEL DE RUSSIE,' reflecting mid-century urban life enriched by sunlight and typical architecture of the era.
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Rue de Mont Blanc, Geneva, 1958
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Rue de Mont Blanc.
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This 1958 image captures a vibrant street scene in Geneva. A police officer on a motorcycle, dressed casually yet authoritatively, is central to the composition. The bustling background features vintage cars, cyclists, and signs like 'HOTEL DE RUSSIE,' reflecting mid-century urban life enriched by sunlight and typical architecture of the era.
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1958
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CC BY-SA 4.0
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Switzerland
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Geneva
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46.20222
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6.14569
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UWM Libraries
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Rue de Mont Blanc, Geneva, 1958
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This 1958 image captures a vibrant street scene in Geneva. A police officer on a motorcycle, dressed casually yet authoritatively, is central to the composition. The bustling background features vintage cars, cyclists, and signs like 'HOTEL DE RUSSIE,' reflecting mid-century urban life enriched by sunlight and typical architecture of the era.
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street scene
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urban life
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mid-century
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hotel
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bicyclists
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Geneva
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motorcycle
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police
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urban
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vintage cars
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traffic enforcement
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architecture
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mid-20th century
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The image features a bustling urban street scene, likely set in the mid-20th century. In the foreground, a man dressed in a light-colored shirt and tie, complemented by sunglasses and a distinctive white helmet, is positioned on a motorcycle. He has a slight smile and is holding the handlebars with one hand while the other is resting on the motorcycle's throttle. The motorcycle is designed for police or traffic enforcement, indicated by its sleek form and features. The man is seated, wearing trousers that appear to match his shirt, and the entire look conveys an authoritative presence. In the background, the street is alive with activity. Multiple vehicles are visible, including a vintage car moving past the motorcycle. Bicyclists can be seen in motion, with one cyclist wearing dark clothing and pedaling past. To the right, part of a building is visible, adorned with awnings. A sign reads "HOTEL DE RUSSIE," suggesting it is a hotel in the vicinity. Traffic signals and street signs are present, adding to the urban atmosphere. The overall image conveys a sense of mid-century vibrancy in a city environment, with sunlight brightening the scene, suggesting a clear day. The architecture appears to be typical of the period, featuring a mixture of residential and commercial buildings.
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