Confined Abodes: The Paradox of Home


This thought-provoking black and white photograph captures a house with minimal front yard space, fortified with screens and gates as a defense against unwelcome intrusion. It invites contemplation on the notion of imprisonment within our own dwellings, blurring the lines between safety and confinement.


Size: 12480px × 8320px
Location: São Paulo
Photo credit: © Tiago Cantarelli / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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