Street Football, Addison Place W11

1957

Roger Mayne

Associated Names
Roger Mayne

Artist, British, 1929 - 2014

This is a photograph of a street scene with two figures engaged in play. The image captures a moment in motion, depicting a game taking place in a cobblestone street bordered by brick buildings. The two figures are seen from behind, focusing on a third stationary figure in the background, centered and ready to receive an approaching ball. The setting suggests an urban environment with textured surfaces and weathered facades. The composition highlights movement, playfulness, and a sense of community energy in an everyday setting.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gelatin silver print

  • Credit Line

    Patrons' Permanent Fund

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28 x 36.5 cm (11 x 14 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2001.67.145


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Joshua P. Smith, Washington, DC; NGA purchase, 2001.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

upper left verso in graphite: STREET FOOTBALL, ADDISON PLACE, W11; center left verso in graphite: VINTAGE PRINT c '57; center verso in graphite: Roger Mayne '56 / HP12

Wikidata ID

Q64170378

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