Friedmann Hauss

Friedmann Hauss was a German-born photographer who is best known for his iconic black and white photographs of the city of Berlin. Born in 1891, he began his career as a commercial photographer in the 1920s, working for various magazines and newspapers. He quickly gained recognition for his unique style of photography, which focused on capturing the everyday life of Berliners.

Hauss was particularly interested in capturing the city's architecture and its people. He often used long exposures to capture the movement of people and traffic in the city streets. His photographs were often characterized by their stark contrast between light and dark, creating a sense of drama and tension.

Hauss' work was highly influential during the Weimar Republic era, when he documented many aspects of life in Berlin during this turbulent period. His photographs were featured in numerous publications, including Die Weltbühne, Uhu, and Die Dame. He also had several solo exhibitions throughout Germany during this time.

In 1933, Hauss fled Nazi Germany for Paris where he continued to work as a photographer until his death in 1945. During this time he documented many aspects of life in Paris including street scenes, cafes, parks, and monuments. His work from this period is considered some of his most important work as it captures an important moment in history that would soon be lost forever with the onset of World War II.

Friedmann Hauss' legacy lives on today through his iconic photographs which continue to inspire photographers around the world. His work has been exhibited at numerous galleries around Europe and North America including The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City and The National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa.