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Woman turning combination lock
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1930s: Womans hand turning combination lock on safe door. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)
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H. Armstrong Roberts
Media ID 11928826
1930 1939 Door Doors Doorway Females Figure Grownup Hand Hands Human Hand Lock Monochrome Only Women Person Retro Safe Symbolic Turning Woman Combination Doorways Human Body Part Retro Styled
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In this photo print, taken in the United States during the 1930s, we are transported back in time to witness a symbolic moment of security and mystery. The image features a woman's hand delicately turning the combination lock on a safe door, evoking feelings of intrigue and anticipation. The monochrome aesthetic adds an air of nostalgia to this vintage piece, highlighting the timeless nature of its subject matter. The retro styling further enhances the sense of authenticity, immersing us in an era long gone. The figure portrayed is that of a grownup female, her presence commanding attention as she engages with this enigmatic object. Her hand becomes both a focal point and a metaphor for power and control over what lies behind those secure doors. This studio shot captures not only the physical act of turning the lock but also invites us to contemplate deeper meanings associated with protection, secrets, or even hidden treasures. As viewers, we become partakers in her journey through history. Harking back to archival photography techniques from nearly a century ago, H. Armstrong Roberts masterfully encapsulates an essence that resonates with our collective fascination for bygone eras. This photograph serves as both artistry and documentation—a testament to human ingenuity and our constant pursuit of safeguarding what matters most
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