Night Scene at Bahnhofquai, Zurich, 1964
This 1964 black-and-white photo captures a vibrant night scene along the Bahnhofquai waterfront in Zurich, Switzerland. Illuminated storefronts such as 'Modehaus', 'Krause-Senn', and 'Schweppes' line the opposite bank, with reflections shimmering in the water below, evoking the lively ambiance of urban nightlife.
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suisse.fortepan.eu
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FORTEPAN / Szalay Zoltán
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This 1964 black-and-white photo captures a vibrant night scene along the Bahnhofquai waterfront in Zurich, Switzerland. Illuminated storefronts such as 'Modehaus', 'Krause-Senn', and 'Schweppes' line the opposite bank, with reflections shimmering in the water below, evoking the lively ambiance of urban nightlife.
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Night Scene at Bahnhofquai, Zurich, 1964
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Bahnhofquai.
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This 1964 black-and-white photo captures a vibrant night scene along the Bahnhofquai waterfront in Zurich, Switzerland. Illuminated storefronts such as 'Modehaus', 'Krause-Senn', and 'Schweppes' line the opposite bank, with reflections shimmering in the water below, evoking the lively ambiance of urban nightlife.
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1964
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CC BY-SA 4.0
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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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1
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import
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Szalay Zoltán
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Night Scene at Bahnhofquai, Zurich, 1964
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This 1964 black-and-white photo captures a vibrant night scene along the Bahnhofquai waterfront in Zurich, Switzerland. Illuminated storefronts such as 'Modehaus', 'Krause-Senn', and 'Schweppes' line the opposite bank, with reflections shimmering in the water below, evoking the lively ambiance of urban nightlife.
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illuminated buildings
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city nightlife
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neon lights
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storefronts
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night
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commercial signage
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nightlife
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urban scenery
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waterfront
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Zurich
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The image depicts a night scene along a waterfront with a series of illuminated storefronts lining the opposite bank. The buildings are mostly dark with bright neon lights accentuating their names and logos.
Prominent among the signs are words such as "Modehaus," "Krause-Senn," "CERTINA," and "Schweppes," suggesting they are shops or businesses, possibly in retail or hospitality. The store with the name "Spacy" seems to have a bright outline that stands out. Another sign mentions "TEA-ROOM," which indicates a space dedicated to refreshments or dining.
The reflections of the lights shimmer in the water below, creating a picturesque scene that contrasts the dark sky. The angle of the photograph suggests that it may have been taken from a distance, possibly from a boat or across the water. The overall mood is one of a vibrant city nightlife, with a sense of calm provided by the dark water environment.
The composition hints at an urban setting, likely in a populated area given the commercial signage. The lighting implies it is evening or night, characterized by the darkness surrounding the illuminated storefronts. The image is in black-and-white, which adds a nostalgic or historical quality to the scene.
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Bahnhofquai.