American Photographs

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'Untitled #199', C-type print, by Cindy Sherman, 1989, United States
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© V&A website 'Untitled #199', C-type print, by Cindy Sherman, 1989, United States

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In 1938, Walker Evans captured a nation in the midst of change with his landmark book, American Photographs. Taking inspiration from his title, this display explores how photography hasn’t just recorded American history—it has helped shape it.

The V&A is home to one of the world’s largest collections of American photography outside North America. Through these images, you'll discover the rich stories and traditions that make image-making such a vital part of life in the United States.

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